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January 21, 2014 by Samantha

Zesty Black Bean Dip – A Dip Recipe with a Little Kick!

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Before I share my Zesty Black Bean Dip recipe with you, let me tell you a little about myself. My name is Samantha and I blog over at Five Heart Home!

Samantha @ Five Heart Home

As a busy mama of three young children, I create quick and easy, family-friendly recipes using fresh ingredients. I am so excited to be a new member of the Or So She Says contributor team, and I look forward to popping over once a month to share some of my favorite eats and treats!

Zesty Black Bean Dip is an appetizer or snack that's light in calories yet robust in flavor and can be enjoyed year round. It would be equally embraced on Super Bowl Sunday, Cinco de Mayo, any old ordinary day, or a special occasion. www.orsoshesays.com #zestyblackbeandip #zestyblackbean #zestydip #blackbeandip #blackbeans #beans #zestydiprecipe #zestyrecipe #beanrecipe #diprecipe #recipe #familyrecipe #familyblogger #ldsblogger #mormonblogger #lds #mormon #blogger #yumJanuary can be a fairly diversified month when it comes to menu planning. First off, you have the light, healthy, New Year’s resolution-type recipes…think smoothies, salads, and super foods. Then you have an assortment of dips, heavy appetizers, and football-friendly fare as people watch the playoffs and gear up for the Super Bowl. And finally, with Valentine’s Day on the horizon, there are the sweet treats and (my favorite!) the chocolatey indulgences.

Zesty Black Bean Dip is an appetizer or snack that's light in calories yet robust in flavor and can be enjoyed year round. It would be equally embraced on Super Bowl Sunday, Cinco de Mayo, any old ordinary day, or a special occasion. www.orsoshesays.com #zestyblackbeandip #zestyblackbean #zestydip #blackbeandip #blackbeans #beans #zestydiprecipe #zestyrecipe #beanrecipe #diprecipe #recipe #familyrecipe #familyblogger #ldsblogger #mormonblogger #lds #mormon #blogger #yumToday I’m borrowing from the first two categories to share a healthy yet flavorful dip recipe that would be a perfect addition to your upcoming Super Bowl festivities! Nutritious, protein-packed black beans are the star of this dip, and if you’d like, you can ratchet up the wholesome factor even more by serving it with veggie dippers in addition to (or in lieu of) tortilla chips. Black beans can be rather bland on their own, however, so this smooth and creamy dip relies on a variety of flavor boosters. Garlic, jalapeño, and cilantro add freshness while cumin, garlic salt, balsamic vinegar, and lime juice add seasoning.

Zesty Black Bean Dip is an appetizer or snack that's light in calories yet robust in flavor and can be enjoyed year round. It would be equally embraced on Super Bowl Sunday, Cinco de Mayo, any old ordinary day, or a special occasion. www.orsoshesays.com #zestyblackbeandip #zestyblackbean #zestydip #blackbeandip #blackbeans #beans #zestydiprecipe #zestyrecipe #beanrecipe #diprecipe #recipe #familyrecipe #familyblogger #ldsblogger #mormonblogger #lds #mormon #blogger #yum

Not only can this super simple zesty black bean dip be whipped up in the food processor or blender in a matter of minutes, but it’s also totally versatile.

The amounts listed in the recipe are a great place to start, but don’t hesitate to tweak the herbs and spices to your own personal preferences. In addition to boasting adjustable ingredients, this easy black bean dip recipe is also flexible in its potential applications. Sure, it’s tasty scooped up with a crunchy, salty tortilla chip. But it would also make a great filling for quesadillas or burritos, a zippy addition to 7-Layer Dip, or you could even warm it up and serve it as a side dish the next time you’re enjoying a Mexican food entree!

Zesty Black Bean Dip is an appetizer or snack that's light in calories yet robust in flavor and can be enjoyed year round. It would be equally embraced on Super Bowl Sunday, Cinco de Mayo, any old ordinary day, or a special occasion. www.orsoshesays.com #zestyblackbeandip #zestyblackbean #zestydip #blackbeandip #blackbeans #beans #zestydiprecipe #zestyrecipe #beanrecipe #diprecipe #recipe #familyrecipe #familyblogger #ldsblogger #mormonblogger #lds #mormon #blogger #yumZesty Black Bean Dip is an appetizer or snack that’s light in calories yet robust in flavor and can be enjoyed year round. It would be equally embraced on Super Bowl Sunday, Cinco de Mayo, any old ordinary day, or a special occasion.

I hope your family loves this healthy, yummy dip as much as mine does!

Zesty Black Bean Dip is an appetizer or snack that's light in calories yet robust in flavor and can be enjoyed year round. It would be equally embraced on Super Bowl Sunday, Cinco de Mayo, any old ordinary day, or a special occasion. www.orsoshesays.com #zestyblackbeandip #zestyblackbean #zestydip #blackbeandip #blackbeans #beans #zestydiprecipe #zestyrecipe #beanrecipe #diprecipe #recipe #familyrecipe #familyblogger #ldsblogger #mormonblogger #lds #mormon #blogger #yum

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Zesty Black Bean Dip

This healthy, flavorful dip comes together in no time and can be enjoyed with tortilla chips or veggie dippers, making it perfect for your Super Bowl party or as an everyday snack!

Ingredients

  • 2 large cloves garlic
  • 1 jalapeño seeds and membranes removed, chopped into chunks
  • 1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 15-ounce cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Place garlic, jalapeño, and cilantro in the bowl a food processor (or the pictcher of a blender). Process until finely chopped, scraping down sides halfway through. Add black beans, cumin, garlic salt, chili powder, oregano, pepper, lime juice, vinegar, and 2 tablespoons water to food processor. Process until all ingredients are smooth, adding additional water one tablespoon at a time (if necessary) until preferred consistency is reached. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
  2. Garnish with cilantro. You can also add a little cheese (cotija, cheddar, Monterrey Jack, etc.) and a sprinkle of diced tomatoes for color. Serve as a dip with tortilla chips or raw vegetables.

I’d be honored to have you visit me over at Five Heart Home for more yummy, easy recipes like this Cheddar & Sour Cream Queso.

See more dip recipes on the blog:

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Whether it's on pizza night or you need to bring something for a potluck, a veggie tray with veggie dip is a quick and versatile side dish you can feel good about serving! Get this easy chive and garlic #veggiediprecipe on the blog today! www.orsoshesays.com #healthyrecipes #veggies #dip #veggietray #ldsblogger #family #familyrecipe #apps #appetizers #osssfeedthefamily #snacks

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  1. Liv Taylor says

    January 21, 2014 at 6:42 pm

    I’ve been way into crunchy things lately (weirdest pregnancy tendency, I know) so having a dip like this to add to my chips is great! Thanks for sharing Sam!

    • Samantha says

      January 22, 2014 at 12:45 am

      Congrats on your baby, Liv! I’m pretty sure that there are no weird cravings when it comes to pregnancy…or at least that’s what I always told myself. 😉 Hope you enjoy this healthy dip with your crunchy chips. Have a great rest of the week!

  2. Mariel says

    January 22, 2014 at 7:08 pm

    Samantha, this sounds awesome! Black beans are my favorite and I always love a new appetizer. Thanks for the great post!

    • Samantha says

      January 23, 2014 at 12:02 am

      You’re so welcome, Mariel! Thank YOU for the opportunity to be one of your contributors…I’m excited to be a part of the team! And I hope you enjoy this dip…I love black beans, too. 🙂

  3. Emily says

    February 3, 2014 at 10:28 pm

    I absolutely love black beans so we’ll definitely be trying this one!

    • Samantha @ Five Heart Home says

      February 18, 2014 at 11:30 am

      Thanks, Emily! I hope you enjoyed it if you had a chance to try it! 🙂

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