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Easy Zesty No-Bake Cinco de Mayo Black Bean Dip

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A vibrant, flavorful black bean dip that’s quick to prepare with no baking required. Perfect for Cinco de Mayo celebrations or any casual get-together.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) fresh salsa
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup (15 g) chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon (2 g) ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1 g) garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste (start with 1/2 teaspoon salt)
  • 1/4 cup (60 g) diced red onion (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (60 g) crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse the black beans (15 oz / 425 g). Let them drain well in a colander for about 2 minutes.
  2. Pulse the beans in a food processor until mostly smooth but still a bit chunky, about 20 seconds. Pulse less for chunkier texture.
  3. Transfer the blended beans to a mixing bowl. Add 1/2 cup fresh salsa, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Mix in the jalapeño, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder. Adjust salt and pepper to taste, starting with 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. If using, fold in diced red onion and crumbled queso fresco.
  6. Chill the dip for at least 30 minutes to let flavors marry. If in a rush, 10 minutes will help.
  7. Before serving, give the dip a quick stir. Transfer to a festive serving bowl and garnish with cilantro leaves or a lime wedge.

Notes

Rinse canned beans thoroughly to avoid tinny flavor. Pulse beans rather than blitzing to keep texture. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Chill dip to let flavors meld. Adjust spice level by removing jalapeño seeds or omitting jalapeño. For vegan version, omit cheese and optionally add nutritional yeast.

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Keywords: black bean dip, no-bake dip, Cinco de Mayo, easy appetizer, zesty dip, vegetarian, gluten-free

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