Healthy Refried Bean Dip (Vegetarian, Gluten-Free)
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Healthy Refried Bean Dip (Vegetarian, Gluten-Free)
Description
This dip starts by beating softened cream cheese until smooth then mixing in Greek yogurt, canned refried beans, and packet taco seasoning until combined. Salsa is folded in before transferring the mixture to a sprayed baking dish, topped evenly with Mexican shredded cheese. It bakes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until bubbly and cheese is melted, with an optional broil step to brown the top slightly. Finished with sliced green onions or other toppings, the dip offers creamy textures and layered Mexican-inspired flavors.
The combination of dairy ingredients alongside refried beans and salsa creates a rich and smooth dip, with taco seasoning lending spiced depth. Baking melds the flavors and melts the cheese, yielding a warm dish suitable for dipping. The cheese topping adds a gooey finish that complements the creamy bean base.
This bean dip is well suited as a party appetizer served with tortilla chips. It's vegetarian and gluten-free as prepared, providing a hearty yet approachable snack option. Garnishes like green onion slices add freshness and mild pungency.
For a vegan adaptation, substitute dairy ingredients with plant-based cream cheese, Greek-style yogurt alternatives, and vegan cheese. Baking time and temperature remain the same.
Ingredients
- 4 oz cream cheese softened, reduced fat
- 1 cup Greek yogurt plain, 2%, 227g
- 1 (16oz) refried beans canned
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 3/4 cup Mexican shredded cheese 84g
- green onion to garnish (optional, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 8x8-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Add cream cheese to a medium bowl and beat with a hand mixer until smooth. Add yogurt, refried beans and the taco seasoning mix and beat until combined. Then stir in the salsa.
- Transfer to the prepared dish and sprinkle evenly with the cheese.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end if desired.
- Garnish with sliced green onions (or toppings of choice) and serve warm with tortilla chips.
Notes
- Use dairy-free cream cheese, plant-based yogurt, and vegan cheese to make this dip vegan-friendly.
- Bake until the dip is bubbly and the cheese melts; broil briefly if a browned top is desired.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips for dipping and garnish with green onions or toppings of choice.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 138 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/8 of bean dip | |
| Calories | 138kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8g | 19% |
| Fiber | 2.3g | 9% |
| Sugar | 2.7g | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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