These Recipes All Start with a Can of Beans

No bean recipe roundup would be complete without a veggie burger. In this patty, pinto beans are smashed with flavorful ingredients like almonds, roasted red pepper, and feta to create an irresistible meal. Enjoy them California-style with greens and avocado or sandwich them in a bun, cheese optional. Don't have pinto on hand? These burgers can be made with other beans with a creamy center like cannellini or black beans.

This recipe can be made entirely from items you have on hand like spices, onions, garlic, and canned tomatoes. A finish of fresh herbs and jalapeño takes it to the next level, but don't worry if you don't have these garnishes—the meal will still be delicious without them. Serve these spiced chickpeas over rice with a dollop of chutney and a spoonful of yogurt for dinner.

Here's a smart meal prep recipe that takes a pantry staple, a can of beans, and turns it into a freezer hero. These burritos can be enjoyed anytime—just defrost them in the microwave. They're perfect for a quick dinner, snack, or just to know loved ones have a meal ready-to-go when you are not there.

A can of beans transforms any soup or stew into a hearty and satisfying meal. This recipe uses a smart trick that works in any soup: Smash half of the beans into the broth to thicken the soup and add texture.

An easy one-pan pasta is the perfect go-to when your craving something tasty but not feeling like cooking. This dinner comes together so fast and bursts with flavor from the irresistible combination of kalamata olives, rosemary, and chickpeas.

There couldn't be a more iconic and comforting pairing than rice and beans. It's the staple of cultures all over the world. This one pan recipe brings together black beans and rice with chicken and bacon for a super delicious and easy dinner.

Combine two of the most crowd-pleasing dips, guacamole and hummus and you have a total winner for snack time. Making hummus with canned beans is super simple. All that's required is a few pulses in the food processor and it's ready to eat.

One of the best things about beans is that they soak up dressing and marinades and become so flavorful. That's why marinating beans is such a smart thing to do. Add fresh greens and vegetables for a satisfying Mediterranean-style salad.

Turn a can of beans into a fast chili with all the flavor of a chili that has simmered for hours by using the Instant Pot. Leftovers freeze well, so pack them into individual portions so they'll be quick to defrost whenever you're ready to eat.

Creamy beans are the perfect base for dips and this one goes beyond the usual hummus. Spread a lemony cannellini bean and yogurt dip on a plate and top with Greek salad for a dip that's practically a meal.

Move over rice, this recipe pairs bean with another versatile grain, farro. This nutty grain pairs so well with beans and creates a filling soup.

For a crunchy afternoon snack, roast a can of chickpeas until they are crisp and then season them with your favorite herb or spice. They're also delicious sprinkled on salads or over soups as a crouton replacement.