This Hearty black beans make delicious soups tacos enchiladas salads salsa chili and more When cooked with whole grains like brown rice they form a complete protein If youre feeling creative even try tucking them into brownies for a boost of protein and fiber Black beans are a treasure trove of vitamins and minerals including folate magnesium vitamin B1 copper manganese phosphorus and molybdenum Vegetarians and vegans rejoice black bean flour is packed with iron and has more protein per quartercup eight grams to be exact than an egg Black beans are also lowglycemic and fiberrich so unlike with refined flour you dont have to worry about blood sugar spikes FUN FACT Black beans get their deep black color from anthocyanins the same visionboosting antioxidants found in blueberries and bilberries Shelf life One year if properly stored Storage Cool dry dark area Black Beans can be refrigerated or frozen to extend freshness