Better with Beans

Low in fat and packed with fibre, beans are a source of quality protein and are extremely
versatile. Whether baked into muffins, added to tacos, or mixed into any favourite dish, the mild,
complementary flavour helps everyday families make healthy choices easier and every meal
better—everything is Better with Beans.

Recipe:

Creamy Black Bean Taco Soup

Enjoy your favourite vegetarian taco flavours surrounded by a spicy, creamy broth! Black beans are the star of the show here, and they’re married with flavourful spices and plenty of veg. Like tacos, the toppings are the fun part, so heap bowls of this delicious and nutritious soup high with shredded cheddar, avocado, cilantro, and tortilla chips. Hearty, simple, and oh-so-satisfying, this soup is the perfect make-ahead meal for easy lunches and dinners.

Recipe:

White Bean Tuna Salad Sandwiches

Stretch your tuna salad with white beans for a hearty, protein-packed twist on a classic tuna salad sandwich! The creamy beans blend seamlessly with tuna, Dijon, red onion, and crunchy celery; this budget-friendly upgrade is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or salads.

Recipe:

Shrimp, White Bean and Tomato Skillet

This 20-minute skillet dinner will become a weeknight star! With shrimp, creamy white beans, cherry tomatoes and spinach it’s the perfect dish to serve over rice or pasta.

Recipe:

Maple Bacon Baked Beans

Baked beans are hearty and delicious comfort food. This quick version uses both canned black beans and white beans, making them an ideal weeknight side-dish. With sweetness from the maple syrup and smokiness from the bacon, not to mention other aromatics such as espresso powder and Dijon mustard, it’s no wonder why people flock to the kitchen while they’re in the oven. Rich and deeply flavourful, these baked beans just need some crusty bread or corn bread on the side.

Recipe:

Tex-Mex Quinoa Skillet

This Tex-Mex quinoa skillet is a budget-friendly, flavourful, and hearty meatless meal perfect for any night of the week.  It comes together in one pot and the whole family will love it.

Perfectly Paired:

Discover the delicious and nutritious power of:

Beans + Turkey

Beans and turkey are a dynamic duo that can be transformed into countless delicious dishes. From hearty stews to flavourful salads, the possibilities are endless. Explore new recipes and elevate your culinary skills with this versatile combination.

Beans + Eggs

Support local farmers and reduce your environmental impact with beans and eggs. These sustainable ingredients are not only good for you but also good for the planet.

Beans + Eggs: Perfectly Paired

Support local farmers and reduce your environmental impact with beans and eggs. These sustainable ingredients are not only good for you but also good for the planet.

Types of Beans

Ontario grows nine types of beans. Learn more about each variety here.

Nutrition & Health

It’s commonly known that beans are good for you — but do you know how good?

Bean Basics

Learn how to properly store, select, soak and cook Ontario beans.

Better with Beans

Learn more about this amazing superfood
and why everything is better with beans!