Chili Spiced Black Beans

Ingredients

• 1 jar or can (400ml/15 oz.) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp olive oil (optional)
• 2-3 tbsp of lemon or lime juice
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 ½ tsp cumin
• 1 ½ tsp chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2-3 green onions, chopped
• Chopped cilantro or parsley (optional garnish)