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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.

Reader rating

★★★★★

“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 5 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 is calculated by Sarah Bond, degreed nutritionist, and should be taken as an estimate. For the most accurate nutritional information, calculate it using the actual ingredients in your recipe.

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9 Comments

  1. PML says:

    5 stars
    Fast and delicious!

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  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!

  4. Phyllis Dable says:

    5 stars
    Taste great and easy to make with ingredients I have on hand. Thank you

    Reply
    1. The Live Eat Learn Team says:

      Appreciate you taking the time to leave a review!

  5. Laura says:

    5 stars
    Super fast and delicious. Everyone complimented it and wanted to know what was in it and someone even asked me to share the website info!!!
    I did have to make a slight change because I was out of fresh garlic (how did I let that happpen!!!???) I substituted with equivalent garlic powder.
    Easy step by step instructions and photos!
    Thank you Sarah for a great party dip!

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    1. The Live Eat Learn Team says:

      Nothing better than hearing this, thank you for your amazing review Laura!