Leftover Bean Soup Bean Dip
Transform your leftovers into a crowd-pleasing snack with this creamy and flavorful Leftover Bean Soup Bean Dip! This ingenious recipe repurposes leftover bean soup into a velvety, protein-packed dip enhanced with cream cheese, aromatic garlic, and a medley of warm spices like cumin and smoked paprika. A hint of lemon juice adds brightness, while a garnish of fresh parsley elevates the presentation. With just 10 minutes of prep and a blender to achieve a perfectly smooth texture, this easy bean dip is ideal for parties, potlucks, or a quick snack. Serve it with crunchy tortilla chips, warm pita bread, or crisp veggies for a delicious, zero-waste appetizer that's sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover bean soup
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pour 2 cups of leftover bean soup into a medium saucepan and heat over medium heat until warm but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
Add 4 ounces of cream cheese to the warmed bean soup, stirring until melted and fully incorporated.
In a small pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Mince 1 garlic clove and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add 1 teaspoon of cumin and 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, stirring to bloom the spices for 30 seconds.
Add the sautéed garlic and spices to the bean soup mixture and stir to combine.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Adjust consistency with additional soup liquid or water if needed.
Once blended, add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of ground black pepper to the mixture. Blend briefly to combine. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Transfer the bean dip to a serving bowl. For garnish, sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley and a pinch of smoked paprika, if desired.
Serve warm or at room temperature with tortilla chips, pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a spread for crackers and toast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
830 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.6 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.1 g | 131% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 114 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 2675 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.9 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 23.1 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1034 mg | 22% | |
*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.
