Envision a rainbow-hued bowl with the vivid colors of ripe tomatoes, green bell peppers, deep black beans, and the stunning contrast of bright, juicy pineapple cubes. The sprinkle of a scattering of fresh herbs gives the final touch for a perfect Instagram picture.

Tropical Black Bean Stew with Pineapple Salsa

Name: Tropical Black Bean Stew with Pineapple Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Brazilian Fusion
Ingredients: large ripe tomatoes, 2 finely chopped; green bell pepper, 1 diced; yellow bell pepper, 1 diced; cloves of garlic, 2 finely minced; red onion, 1 finely chopped; pineapple, 1 cup diced; jalapeño pepper, 1 finely chopped; canned black beans, 1 cup drained and rinsed; ground cumin, 1 tsp none; smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp none; olive oil, 2 tbsp none; fresh cilantro, a handful finely chopped; sea salt and black pepper, to taste none; lime, 1 juiced

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style Brazilian Fusion

Technique Sauté

Diet Friendly Vegan

Daily Recipe: August 05, 2025

This refreshing and nourishing vegan recipe takes inspiration from the rich and vibrant Brazilian cuisine, with a contemporary twist. The key ingredients are vibrant fresh seasonal produce, including pineapple, tomatoes, bell peppers and black beans, beautifully combined with a medley of warming spices, for a taste of the Brazilian warmth in each bite!

Ingredients (for 2)

Large ripe tomatoes - 2 - finely chopped
Green bell pepper - 1 - diced
Yellow bell pepper - 1 - diced
Cloves of garlic - 2 - finely minced
Red onion - 1 - finely chopped
Pineapple - 1 cup - diced
Jalapeño pepper - 1 - finely chopped
Canned black beans - 1 cup - drained and rinsed
Ground cumin - 1 tsp - none
Smoked paprika - 1/2 tsp - none
Olive oil - 2 tbsp - none
Fresh cilantro - a handful - finely chopped
Sea salt and black pepper - to taste - none
Lime - 1 - juiced

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍳🌶️💡

Heat the olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onion, bell peppers, and garlic until they are soft.
Step 2 - 🥣🌿✨

Add ground cumin, smoked paprika, black beans, and half of the chopped tomatoes to the pot. Stir well.
Step 3 - 🔥⏳🥘

Reduce heat to low. Let the mixture simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until vegetables are cooked and flavors meld.
Step 4 - 🍍🍅🌶️

Combine pineapple, rest of the tomatoes, jalapeño (optional), and half of the cilantro in a bowl. Add lime juice and a pinch of salt and stir well.
Step 5 - 🌱🧂🥣

Season the finished stew with salt and pepper to taste. Divide between two bowls, top with pineapple salsa and sprinkle with the remaining cilantro.

Additional

The fun twist here is the pineapple salsa, a nod to Brazil's love for fruits. It's also a great dish for kids to help prepare as they can assist in washing the veggies, stirring the stew and preparing the salsa under supervision. For a different flavor profile, add some shredded coconut to the salsa, or swap the pineapple for mango!