Easy Black Bean Dip 

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Written By Brandi Davis-Fitch

Serves: 4
Serving size: ⅓ cup
Time to prepare: 10 Minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can low-sodium black beans, rinsed

  • ¼ cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt

  • 2 teaspoons lime juice (from 1 lime)

  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ¼ teaspoon paprika, preferably smoked

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper

  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper or ground chipotle chile (Optional)

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro or scallions

  • ¼ cup chopped onion

Directions
Place beans, yogurt, lime juice, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper in a food processor or blender. Process until well combined, about 20 seconds. For a spicier dip, add cayenne (or ground chipotle) to taste, up to 1/4 teaspoon. Add oil, cilantro (or scallions) and onion. Pulse until well mixed, about 20 seconds. Transfer to a bowl to serve. 

Tip: Serve this dip with sliced red bell peppers, sliced zucchini or whole-grain tortilla chips.

Brandi Davis-Fitch
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