Smoky Black Bean Dip
Smoky Black Bean Dip: A terrific bean dip flavored with chipotle, onions, garlic, spices and more before being pureed to perfection!
Smoky Black Bean Dip
It’s taking me some time to share all the marvelous recipes I’ve made this spring. This Smoky Black Bean Dip was part of my book club buffet; it was the spiciest offering, but wonderful nonetheless. This would be perfect for Cinco de Mayo or any game day gathering as well. Serve with lots of tortilla chips, tomato or fruit salsa, guacamole and some sour cream for a lovely appetizer spread.
How to Make This Black Bean Dip
This recipe is quite simple despite a bit of cooking and a number of ingredients.
Onions, garlic, bell pepper, and a chipotle pepper were sauteed in olive oil till tender. Honey and vinegar were then added along with some spices. After the black beans were tossed in, the mixture was pureed in the food processor. More vinegar, honey or seasonings can be added depending on your taste buds’ preferences. If you’re a fan of the rich smokiness of chipotles, this Smoky Black Bean Dip is for you!
Recipe adapted from Big Small Plates by Cindy Pawlcyn.
Smoky Black Bean Dip
An irresistible black bean dip flavored with chiptole!
Ingredients
- 15 ounce can black beans rinsed and drained
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 chopped onion
- 1 chopped red pepper
- 1 deseeded and chopped chipotle pepper
- 3 cloves chopped garlic
- 1/2 cup cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup. honey
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
- Freshly cracked pepper
- Tortilla chips
Instructions
- Drain and rinse beans; set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a sauté pan. Add the onion, red pepper, chipotle pepper and garlic. Sauté for about 4 minutes.
- Add the beans, vinegar, honey, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Simmer over low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Puree the mixture in a food processor. Add extra honey, cider vinegar or salt according to taste. The beans will cook and absorb the flavors differently each time you prepare them. If desired, serve with chips.
Notes
Adapted from Big Small Plates
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 145Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 352mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 5gSugar: 10gProtein: 4g
30 Comments on “Smoky Black Bean Dip”
This sounds so delicious really. I will try this recipe at home for sure. Thanks & Regards
Honey……yes!!!
you know what?
I could dip chips in this lush dip all day long. xxx
Lizzy,
My hubby would love this recipe. He loves everything to be spicy.
Annamaria
Love snack recipes, hubby and I are huge snack lovers! This recipe does sound easy to make, which is perfect for my schedule! Delicious, Hugs, Terra
This would go fast at my house, especially sine it has some spiciness in it!
I grew up eating beans…Black beans is one of my faves. This dip looks great for casual entertaining, Liz!
This bean dip looks wonderful Liz! Love the smoky flavors in here 🙂
This dip looks so flavorful! I love all the spices in it and the smokiness.
I love smoke and spice and everythin’ nice! This dip will be good with chips while on a movie marathon.
Julie
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