This quick and easy dish is my favorite way to use fresh herbs that are about to wilt away in the fridge. It’s refreshing, cooling, and the perfect summer lunch to whip up after a morning out and about or to bring with you in the cooler to the beach or pool. It comes together with a handful of herbs, and pantry staples like beans, and has the right amount of brightness to make your day even sunnier.

Nothing beats a homemade taco with an added layer of refried beans. But let’s face it, the canned version is bland (no abuelita on this planet touched that recipe). This guide will help guide your way to elevating any bland can of beans, allowing you to make the perfect plate of tacos full of flavor bombs during every bite.