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Definition of pinto beans

pinto beans

Plural:pinto beans
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The mottled, beige-and-brown edible seeds of a widely cultivated variety of the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris), which turn uniformly pinkish-brown and creamy when cooked and are a staple in Mexican and southwestern American cuisine.

Example

"She simmered a pot of pinto beans with onions, garlic, and cumin to serve alongside the warm tortillas."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pinto beans. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pinto-beans
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