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You don’t need any fancy ingredients or much time to make a delicious and crowd-pleasing easy black bean dip! This appetizer comes together in just 5 minutes thanks to canned black beans and it packs in a ton of flavor with a few simple spices that I bet you already have in the pantry!

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As someone who has spent a lot of time in the Southwest and Texas, I have a high standard for great bean dip. Some are too gluey, and others are not flavorful. But no party is complete without a great dip, so I made my own recipe!

And man, does this black bean dip deliver! It checks all the boxes: it’s easy to make, has simple ingredients, and everyone loves it! So, if you have 5 minutes, then let’s cook.

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★★★★★

“Fast and delicious! ” —OpiePML

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A bowl of creamy black bean dip topped with paprika and olive oil, with a small wooden-handled knife resting on the edge.

Key ingredients

This recipe uses almost all shelf-stable ingredients, so I’m guessing you already have everything in your kitchen. Jump down to the recipe card for exact measurements!

Five ingredients for a recipe are laid out on a yellow surface: black beans, oil, garlic, sour cream, and a plate of assorted seasonings.

how to serve and use the dip

This dip is delicious as is with some fun dippers or as a component of another recipe.

A bowl of black bean dip garnished with black beans, paprika, cilantro, and a drizzle of oil, with tortilla chips nearby.
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Creamy 5-Minute Black Bean Dip

5 from 3 ratings
By: Sarah Bond
Prep: 5 minutes
Total: 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
This easy black bean dip comes together in just 5 minutes with canned beans and pantry spices—no fancy ingredients needed for this flavorful, crowd-pleasing appetizer!

Ingredients 

  • 1 15-oz can black beans, 425 g, drained
  • 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 30 mL
  • 1 Tbsp sour cream, 15 g, omit for vegan option
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp each cumin, ground coriander, chili powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
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Instructions 

  • Add all ingredients in a food processor.
    A food processor bowl containing black beans, chopped onions, spices, and a dollop of white sauce sits on a yellow tiled countertop.
  • Blend until smooth, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
    A food processor bowl filled with blended black bean dip, viewed from above on a yellow tiled surface.
  • Serve with tortilla chips, sliced veggies, or as a condiment on tacos, burritos, or quesadillas.
    A bowl of refried bean dip topped with black beans, cilantro, and paprika, with a spoon inside. Tortilla chips are placed beside the bowl on a yellow tiled surface.

Notes

Storage: You can make this dip ahead of time and store it in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Let it come to room temperature before serving or use it in a 7-layer dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 15.9g | Protein: 5.9g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 245mg | Fiber: 5.7g | Sugar: 0g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1.4mg

Nutrition information calculated by Sarah Bond, degreed nutritionist.

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5 Comments

  1. PML says:

    5 stars
    Fast and delicious!

    Reply
  2. Opie says:

    5 stars
    its so good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Reply
    1. Sarah Bond says:

      So happy to hear it, Opie! 😀

  3. Scott H. says:

    5 stars
    Super easy. Fast and delicious!
    I added 1/2 of a sm lime juiced and sub 1/2 tsp of adobo chile sauce for paprika. Also used full fat Greek yogurt instead of sour cream cause that’s what I had. If I had fresh cilantro…. Thanks for a great afternoon protein snack.

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    1. The Live Eat Learn Team says:

      So glad you enjoyed the recipe Scott, happy eating!