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Tomatillo Beans

Bright & Zesty Tomatillo Beans for Healthy Meal Prep

A vibrant dish of Tomatillo Beans loaded with flavor, perfect for healthy meal prep.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 10 oz Tomatillos Essential for a tangy flavor; green tomatoes can be a substitute.
  • 1 Serrano or Jalapeño Pepper Adjust according to your preferred spice level.
  • 1 Anaheim or Poblano Pepper Any mild pepper can replace it if needed.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves Fresh garlic is preferred for aromatic depth.
  • 0.5 bunch Fresh Cilantro Can use parsley if cilantro isn't preferred.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Maple syrup works well for a vegan option.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice Lemon juice can serve as a suitable substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Any neutral oil could replace it.
  • 1 tbsp Tamari Soy sauce is a great alternative for non-gluten-free.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
For the Salad
  • 0.5 Red Onion Green onions can be a suitable alternative.
  • 1 cup Cucumber Jicama or radishes can also work well.
  • 1 can Canned White Beans Homemade or any available bean variety can be swapped.
  • 1 medium Avocado Sour cream can be used for a different texture.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Food Processor
  • bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Char the Peppers: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, adding tomatillos and serrano pepper. Cook for 4-6 minutes until skins blacken.
  2. Steam Peppers: Transfer charred peppers to a bowl, cover, and steam for about 5 minutes for easier peeling.
  3. Make the Sauce: Blend steamed Anaheim pepper, garlic, cilantro, charred tomatillos, honey, lime juice, olive oil, tamari, and salt in a food processor until smooth.
  4. Prepare Salad: In a bowl, combine sliced red onion, diced cucumber, chopped cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, and salt. Toss until combined.
  5. Heat Beans: Sauté drained and rinsed white beans in the same skillet with a splash of olive oil for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Combine: Mix the warmed white beans with the tomatillo sauce in the skillet until well coated.
  7. Serve: Spoon sauced beans into bowls, top with salad mixture, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and add avocado slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 10gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store salad and sauce separately from the beans to maintain freshness throughout the week.

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