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Black Bean Dip

October 31, 2021 | Updated August 18, 2022 | Laura

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This black bean dip recipe is super delicious and so easy and quick to make. This dip is made with canned black beans, fresh jalapenos, garlic, and red onions, and all the tasty seasonings. When topped with cilantro, cotija cheese, and hot sauce, this dip is very addicting- especially when paired with a bag of tortilla chips. It's the perfect snack and appetizer and also makes a great addition to tacos and burritos!

Savory, Spicy, and So Delicious

You know what my favorite food is? Beans. Yep, that's right. So this recipe is right up my alley, and I didn't struggle to make multiple batches when recipe testing.

This black bean dip is so quick and easy to make that it's perfect for a quick weeknight snack. Despite how easy it is to make, it's also fancy enough to be served a weekend get-together- especially when all the toppings are added.

Serve it as an appetizer with tortilla chips or make it for Tuesday taco night. It would be excellent spread on a burrito or taco. You really just can't go wrong when you're serving up this bean dip!

Jalapeno Black Bean Dip Ingredients

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✽ Butter: Originally, I didn't have butter in the recipe, but I quickly changed my mind once I tried the butter version. Butter not only contributes to the flavor, but it also makes the bean dip the perfect consistency.

✽ Red Onion, Jalapenos, + Garlic: These vegetables add in great fresh flavor plus some spiciness. You can't beat this trio!

✽ Black Beans: To make this recipe quick and easy, I use canned black beans. You could also used dried black beans that have been soaked overnight and boiled until tender.

✽ Lime Juice: Adds some tang to this dip. Freshly squeezed lime juice will give you the best tasting dip!

✽ Seasonings: Cayenne, Chili Powder, Cumin, Smoked Paprika, kosher Salt

✽ Hot Sauce: Adds a bit of extra spiciness and flavor to the dip.

✽ Cilantro: If you think cilantro tastes like soap, you can leave it out, but as a huge cilantro fan, it makes the dip so good.

✽ Toppings: On top of this dip, I like to sprinkle on some cotija cheese, hot sauce, and fresh cilantro leaves. These toppings make the dip taste extra good and makes the dip look pretty!

How to Make Best Black Bean Dip

➊ In a non-stick skillet, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add in 1/2 cup chopped red onion and 2 chopped jalapenos. You can leave in the peppers' seeds for a spicer dip or remove them. Cook for about 5 minutes to soften the vegetables, but do not brown. Add in 2 minced garlic cloves and continue to cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant. Remove from heat.

➋ In a food processor, add in cooked onions + jalapenos with the butter, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1 teaspoon hot sauce, 2 teaspoons cumin powderc, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, and 1/3 cup packed chopped cilantro leaves. Process until well combined. You may need to use a spatula and push down the dip on the sides halfway through processing so it all gets mixed in well.

➌ Pile into a serving bowl, and top with cotija cheese, cilantro, and/or hot sauce drizzle, if desired.

Looking for more appetizer ideas?

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What to Serve with Black Bean Dip

✽ Tortilla Chips; I like this black bean dip best with traditional tortilla chips. So addicting!

✽ Tofu Tacos; Like I mentioned previously, this black bean dip is perfect for taco night, and these tofu tacos are so so good!

✽ Homemade Queso Dip; Queso and bean dip go hand-in-hand.

✽ Avocado Margarita; Enjoy your chips and dips with this refreshing avocado margarita.

31 Days of Halloween

This black bean dip is a part of my 31 Days of Halloween. For each day in October, I come up with a cocktail recipe and snack recipe that perfectly matches a scary movie, Halloween movie, or a fun spooky activity. Check out 31 Days of Halloween for all of your Halloween snack and drinking desires!

This black bean dip paired with salsa and homemade queso dip, represent the hair colors of each of the Sanderson sisters from Hocus Pocus! When these dips are served with alcoholic witches brew limeade punch, you are sure to have the perfect Hocus Pocus movie night!

Black Bean Dip

By Laura | Laura the Gastronaut
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 6-8 servings

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This black bean dip recipe is super delicious and so easy and quick to make. This dip is made with canned black beans, fresh jalapenos, garlic, and red onions, and all the tasty seasonings. When topped with cilantro, cotija cheese, and hot sauce, this dip is very addicting- especially when paired with a bag of tortilla chips. It's the perfect snack and appetizer and also makes a great addition to tacos and burritos!

*Some of these ingredient links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.*

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
• 2 jalapenos, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 30 ounces canned black beans
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1/3 cup packed cilantro leaves
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
• Optional: cotija cheese, hot sauce, cilantro leaves, for topping

Instructions

➊ In a non-stick skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add in onions and jalapenos, and cook for about 5 minutes until softened. Do not brown. Add in garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
➋ In a food processor, add in cooked onions and jalapenos with butter, black beans, lime juice, cilantro, hot sauce, and seasonings.
➌ Process everything until fully combined. You may have to scrape the dip down on the sides to get it all to mix together.
➍ Pile into serving bowl, and top with cotija, hot sauce, and cilantro leaves, if desired.

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Category: Appetizers & Snacks, Vegetarian Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: black bean dip recipe, easy black bean dip, homemade black bean dip, black bean mexican dip, best black bean dip recipe, spicy black bean dip with cotija, hot black bean dip

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✽ Crab Rangoon Dip (all the tasty flavors of an actual crab rangoon inside of a dip)
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Bon appétit!

October 31, 2021 by Laura Ehlers

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