25 Delicious Bean Protocol Recipes You Need to Try — Simple Gold Life (2024)

Recipes

Written By Yazzi | Intuitive Wellness Coach

Yay, you’re trying the bean protocol, but you’re stumped on what to make. It’s okay. It can be overwhelming.

That’s why I put together a list of 25 super yummy Bean protocol Recipes you can whip up any day of the week! Everything included from soups to sandwiches, and even tortillas! 😋

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About the Bean Protocol Recipes

  1. I always make vegan meals and I add my favorite lean animal protein. These recipes are pretty much all vegan, so just add the necessary protein you need!

  2. These are vegan, but if you’re vegan, you still need to add a whole grain like whole grain rice to your meal to complete the protein profile.

  3. I list minor adjustments or recommendations as needed.

Let’s do this!!!

Bean Protocol Dinners & Lunches

Vegan Black Bean Burgers

Love these easy black bean burgers!! If you’re not vegan, you might want to make it a double with a palm-sized 90/10 ground beef patty. And side with a can of rinsed Baked Beans.

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Lentil Bolognese

Talk about delicious dinner in a snap! Again, I would mix with ground beef if you’re not vegan, and I would also remove the sugar no matter what!

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Vegan French Onion Shepherd’s Pie

If you can devour a bowl of Shepherd’s pie you’ll love this yummy French Onion Shepherd’s Pie version too! I precook my chicken and ground beef for the week, so in this case, I would add about palm-size servings of ground beef and mix it in this yummy treat!

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Black Bean and Mushroom Tacos

Who doesn’t love Taco Tuesday!? I sure do. If you’re vegan, a side of rice will be perfect with this dish, but if you’re not vegan add your favorite protein to make it Bean Protocol approved!

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Lentil Wrap

I love everything Mediterranean! I never thought I would replace falafels, but this lentil wrap is a great substitute! If you want to enjoy with the sauce, it’s up to you!

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Lentil Potato Fritters

These are delish!! I actually like them with just regular sriracha and hold the mayo. Mayo-based things are my favorite. This is a perfect bean snack!

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3 Ways to Eat More Beans

Bean Protocol Salads

WhiteBeanSalad

I love to make a batch for the week and enjoy a few bites of this White Bean Salad alone or as a side to a yummy main. Either is a perfect way to enjoy beans. Note that this recipe does call for 1/3 cup of oil. If I’m eating it as a bean snack, I reduce the oil to about 2 Tablespoons. If I’m having it to avoid any constipation, I’ll make the recipe as is and enjoy it at night.

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Warm White Bean Arugula Salad

Who doesn’t enjoy a warm salad! This one is just the bee’s knees, especially with croutons. Perfect for a snack or along with your favorite main dish.

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Tuscan White Bean Salad

Doesn’t this dish look absolutely divine? the better news is that it’s incredibly tasty too! Poach an egg or add an over-easy egg to make this a breakfast meal. Or combine your favorite lean protein.

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Bean Protocol Stews & Curry

Red Beans and Rice

I definitely wouldn’t make this dish every week, but I would enjoy this about once every few months. Plus I would add a lot of side veggies (because veggies are life). All in all a delicious dish!

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Kitchari Recipe

A delicious Ayurvedic recipe using mung beans designed to heal the body.

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Mujadara Recipe

A very simple Middle Eastern dish that you’ll absolutely devour!

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Lentil Chickpea Yellow Curry

I was never a curry person, but after a year on the bean protocol, it’s one of my go-to favorites!! Especially with these yummy cashews for a crunch. Don’t forget, if you’re trying to get rid of bile, hold the cashews, but if you’re on the maintenance plan or if you need help with constipation, cashews are okay.

Bean Protocol Soups & Chowder

The Best Lentil Soup Recipe

I love this recipe because I always have the ingredients on hand, so it’s easy to whip up. Vegans, don’t fret, we use Not Chick-n Cubes or Imagine Vegetarian No-Chicken Broth.

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Vegan Tortilla Soup

YUM!! This is a super tasty soup, but just to warn you, some wouldn’t add coconut milk since it adds extra saturated fats. I don’t care. I enjoy it and so does my belly! Coconut milk is okay to have on the protocol once or twice a month. I actually don’t have any issues with coconut milk.

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Black & Lentil Taco Soup

Im so about this life! I could eat this every week. I happily enjoy this dish with my favorite chips from Food City, which are fresh tortilla chips, but you can also opt for some bean chips.

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Split Pea Vegetable Soup

On chilly days, I either make this dish or Hunter’s Stew! Absolutely yummy and incredibly satisfying and will keep you warm.

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Yellow Split Pea Chowder with Sweet Corn

Alright, this dish is better at night, especially if you’re on the maintenance plan or if you want to ease constipation due to the yummy cashew cream sauce. But man is it yummy, especially with shredded chicken on top.

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A Simple Meal Plan for the Bean Protocol

Bean Protocol Snacks

5-Minute Cannellini Beans

If you’re in need of a quick bean snack, these 5-minute cannellini beans are perfect. Hold the tzatziki if you’re trying to get rid of toxic-bile.

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Crispy Chickpeas

Another perfect snack to have all.the.time! You’ll definitely want to batch these suckers, because they’ll disappear.

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Crunchy Split Peas

Another favorite is perfect for batching. These remind me more of corn nuts than anything. And I like it!

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Roasted Buffalo Chickpeas

I’m a weirdo and can totally eat chickpeas straight out of the can. Well, I rinse them first, but if I’m ever craving something with a little bit more spice, this is my go-to Bean Protocol recipe snack!

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Bean Protocol Dips

Cilantro Black Bean Dip

It’s crazy how fast this Cilantro Black Bean Dip goes!! If you have a big family, double the recipe, trust me! I don’t drizzle with olive oil.

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Split Pea Hummus

I adjusted this recipe to one Tablespoon Tahini and I didn’t add any extra oil just so I could have this as a Bean Snack to get rid of as much toxic bile as possible. It’s still freaking delicious.

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Bean Protocol Tortillas

Split Pea Tortillas

I don’t make these anymore, but they were super helpful during my first six-months on the protocol. I prefer flour tortillas. But these definitely hit the spot when I was trying to get rid of the maximum amount of bile possible.

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There you have it! 25 amazing Bean Protocol Recipes that you can enjoy as snacks, main meals, and more!

What’s your favorite bean protocol recipe? Share it down below!

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FAQs

What foods to avoid on the bean protocol? ›

The part that gets tricky is keeping out all the items on the no list. Some of these include soy, coconut, caffeine, alcohol, and sugar. That immediately eliminates fruits, tofu, chocolate, sweeteners, coffee, etc., from all of your meals. You'd be surprised to see how many items have added sugar to them.

What are the best beans for the bean protocol? ›

From what I've been told, the more you stick with the bean protocol, the less issues you have with different types of beans. For me, the simple beans such as black beans (my favorite, which you'll see in most photos below), pinto beans, butter beans, and cannellini beans are the beans that work best for my system.

Do you lose weight on the bean protocol? ›

Do people lose weight on the bean protocol? Yes, many people do due to removing all sugars, eating more veggies, and limiting bread-like carbs and starchy foods if their goal is to lose weight.

Can you eat rice on the bean protocol? ›

Yes! The only people who should not eat rice or grain are people who are trying to lose weight. However, if you're exercising on the bean protocol you need carbs! And if you're feeling good and love the way your body feels then rice or grains than I belive you should have at it!

What beans cause leaky gut? ›

This list has foods that can increase the prevalence of leaky gut:
  • Refined carbohydrates- white bread and other processed foods.
  • Cereal grains.
  • Sweeteners.
  • Bad vegetable oils- canola oil, margarine, and "vegetable" oil.
  • Legumes- beans, lentils, peanuts, peas, chickpeas, soybeans, green beans, kidney beans, etc....
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What is in beans that damages your gut? ›

Castor beans, for example, contain a potent lectin poison called ricin. Certain types of lectin may bind with the walls of your digestive system which can lead to serious problems. Eating one particular lectin, phytohemagglutinin, can lead to severe abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Can you eat canned beans on bean protocol? ›

Is it ok to use canned beans or is it best to cook them every time? Canned beans are a great way to ease into the bean thing. Rinse canned beans before consuming (not refried though). Fresh is always best, but whatever get in wins.

What is the 7 day bean diet? ›

7-Day Bean Diet

You can enjoy a mix of unlimited lean protein, non-starchy veggies, good fat, and beans six days a week. On day seven, eat anything you'd like. Get meal ideas at 4HourBodyRecipes.com, or check out our bean diet recipe suggestions below.

How to eat beans to lose belly fat? ›

Beat more belly fat with beans

Regular bean eaters have smaller waistlines and a 22 percent lower risk of obesity. “Beans are loaded with soluble fiber, which promotes good bacteria in the gut, thus lowering inflammation linked to belly fat,” Dr. Oz says. He recommends eating 1 cup at every meal -- even breakfast!

Can you have dairy on the bean protocol? ›

Dietary Restrictions: The Bean Protocol is quite restrictive, advocating the elimination of caffeine, alcohol, sugar (including fruit), dairy, fatty and processed meats, saturated fats, and supplements.

How do you detox on the bean protocol? ›

In a nutshell, on the Bean Protocol, you quit sugar, caffeine, and alcohol. I know it's shocking, but if you want to heal, you need to help your body detox from the heavy pollutants. You also eat 1/2 cup of beans, 1/2 cup of veggies and a small serving of protein 3x-6x a day depending on your needs.

Will I lose weight if I eat rice and beans everyday? ›

The high satiety factors of rice and beans can help you lose weight or stay at a healthy weight over time. Satiety measures how satisfying a food is to eat and how long it keeps you full. Satiety is vital in maintaining a healthy weight.

Can I just eat rice and beans everyday? ›

The combination of rice and beans gives you even more protein and fiber, as well as other important vitamins and minerals, like folate. Although it probably won't harm you to eat rice and beans every day, it's best to include a variety of nutritious foods in your diet for complete nutrition.

Is it OK to eat rice and beans for breakfast? ›

In fact, rice and beans is a popular breakfast combination in many parts of Latin America. Eating leftover rice and beans for breakfast is an easy way to reduce meal prep time. It's also a great way to increase overall vegetable intake, since you can serve a breakfast rice and beans meal with avocado, salsa, and more.

What is in beans that causes inflammation? ›

Note: some people claim that beans and legumes can cause inflammation because they contain lectins which are hard to break down. However soaking, sprouting and cooking beans and legumes can neutralize the lectins and make consuming these foods perfectly safe.

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