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Quick and Creamy 5-Minute Black Bean Dip

A close-up of thick, rich purple black bean dip served in a white bowl and topped with fresh chopped parsley.
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Make this easy, zesty black bean dip in five minutes. It is creamy, vegan, and perfect for parties or a healthy snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper for spice

Instructions

  1. Place the rinsed and drained black beans, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper into a food processor.
  2. Process the ingredients until the dip is completely smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides as needed.
  3. If using, add cilantro and cayenne pepper and pulse a few times to incorporate them lightly. Do not over-process if you want texture from the cilantro.
  4. Taste the dip and adjust salt or lime juice if necessary.
  5. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or vegetables.

Notes

  • For a thicker dip, reduce the lime juice slightly.
  • If you do not have a food processor, you can mash the beans well with a fork and then vigorously whisk in the remaining ingredients until smooth. This method takes longer but still works for a low effort dip.
  • This dip is a great plant based appetizer option for game day.

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