Recipe courtesy of Produce for Kids
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Servings 6
1/2 Teaspoon olive oil
3 Mini sweet peppers, finely chopped
1/4 Cup finely chopped sweet onions
1/2 Cup chopped tomatoes
1 Cup no-salt-added black beans, drained and rinsed
1 Tablespoon low-sodium taco seasoning
12 Frozen empanada discs, thawed
3/4 Cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
1 Large egg white, beaten
6 Guacamole minis
6 Packages crispy fruit
In skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add peppers, onions and tomatoes. Cook 3-4 minutes, or until tender. Add black beans and taco seasoning. Cook 2 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Heat oven to 375 F.
Lay empanada dough out on parchment-lined baking sheet. Fill with black bean filling and 1 tablespoon cheese. Fold dough over filling to create pocket. Use fork to press down sides to seal. Brush with egg whites. Repeat with remaining dough, filling, cheese and egg whites.
Bake 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool.
Serve two empanadas with guacamole, for dipping, and crispy veggies on side.