5-Minute Smoky Black Bean Dip

5-Minute Smoky Black Bean Dip

This 5-Minute Smoky Black Bean Dip is simple to make, tastes delicious, and can be used on anything but oatmeal (unless you’re feeling adventurous!). Since it’s packed with fiber from the beans, anthocyanins from the red onion, and carotenoids from the red pepper, this savory dip is really good for you. Spread it in wraps, add it to salads, or use it as a veggie dip!

Smoky Beans
3 cups black beans. (home-cooked or BPA-free canned, drained)
½ cup red onion (chopped)
½ cup organic red bell pepper (chopped)
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
2 tsp smoked paprika (+1 tsp as needed)
2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
¼ cup jalapeno (optional) minced
¼ tsp salt (optional)
¼ cup cilantro (optional) chopped

1

Add the black beans to a food processor and pulse until mostly blended (a few whole beans is okay and will add texture!).

2

Add the onion, pepper, jalapeño (if using), cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt (if using), lime juice, and cilantro (if using). Pulse until combined (again you’ll have pieces of onion, pepper, and cilantro — that’s okay and even better if you like a little texture).

3

Taste for additional flavors and seasonings you love.

4

See Chef’s Notes for ideas on using this dip.