Black Bean and Roasted Red Pepper Dip
Creamy, flavorful, and bursting with smoky-sweet undertones, this Black Bean and Roasted Red Pepper Dip is the perfect crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Made with hearty black beans, vibrant roasted red peppers, zesty lime juice, and a warm blend of cumin and smoked paprika, this healthy dip comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal appetizer or snack. The addition of fresh cilantro adds a pop of brightness, while a drizzle of olive oil gives it a luxurious finish. Whether you’re serving it with tortilla chips, pita bread, or an assortment of fresh veggies, this dip is a guaranteed hit. Vegan, gluten-free, and packed with plant-based protein, it’s the ultimate guilt-free treat for game day, picnics, or casual gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned black beans
- 2 medium roasted red peppers
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro
- 3 tbsp water
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned black beans thoroughly under cold water.
If using jarred roasted red peppers, drain them well. If roasting your own, char the red peppers over an open flame or under a broiler until blackened all over. Place them in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let them steam for 10 minutes before peeling off the charred skin and removing seeds.
In a food processor, combine the black beans, roasted red peppers, garlic cloves, olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Pulse a few times to start blending, then run the processor while streaming in the water, one tablespoon at a time, until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Taste the dip and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lime juice if desired.
Stir in chopped fresh cilantro or pulse it for just a second in the processor to incorporate it into the dip.
Transfer the dip into a serving bowl and drizzle a bit of olive oil on top for garnish, if desired.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips, pita bread, or fresh vegetables, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
864 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.7 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2669 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.2 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.7 g | 160% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 39.2 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 2131 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
