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Instant Pot Black Bean Dip
4.5 from 51 votes

Instant Pot Black Bean Dip

This Instant Pot Black Bean Dip uses dried black beans cooked with onion, garlic, jalapeños, and spices to create a smooth, mildly spiced dip. The recipe includes options to transform it into a cheesy baked version by adding cream cheese and pepper jack or cheddar. The dip can be topped with fresh vegetables and garnishes, making it a versatile appetizer or snack that holds well for leftovers.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 76 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups black beans dried
  • 1 onion medium, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic peeled, minced
  • 2 jalapeño peppers approx. 1/3 cup chopped, medium size
  • 14.5 oz crushed tomatoes canned
  • 1 + ¾ cup vegetable broth
  • 1.5 TBSP avocado oil
  • lime juice of 1
  • 2 tsp cumin ground
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ¾ tsp salt sea salt
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp ground coriander
CHEESY BAKED BLACK BEAN DIP
  • make the above recipe and after cooking add...
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup pepper jack cheese freshly grated, or cheddar cheese
TASTY TOPPING OPTIONS
  • tomato chopped
  • jalapeño sliced
  • bell pepper diced
  • onion red, chopped
  • cilantro
  • sour cream
  • Greek yogurt
  • salsa
  • Pico de Gallo
  • guacamole

Instructions

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  1. Rinse your black beans and toss them in your Instant Pot.
  2. Dice and chop your veggies and mince your garlic.
  3. Add veggies, garlic, tomatoes, broth, oil, lime juice, and spices to the pot and mix. 
  4. Press the bean button and cook for 30 minutes high pressure.
  5. Allow a natural release (NR) for 10 minutes then quick release (QR) remaining pressure. 
  6. Use an immersion blender (or a blender or food processor) to blend the tip into creamy deliciousness and once cooled slightly, give it a taste. You can adjust the spiciness by adding anything from hot sauce, spicy salsa, red pepper flakes, or cayenne to the mix and add any extra spices/salt to suit your tastes. As written, it's on the mild side.
  7. Serve piled high with all your favorite toppings and dig in!
CHEESY BAKED BLACK BEAN DIP
  1. Craving an easy cheesy baked black bean dip? Fabulous! Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Add cream cheese to your bean dip before blending (if you forget you can still do this after the fact, no biggie) then pour into a lightly greased cast iron skillet and top with grated cheese. Bake until hot and bubbly, approx. 15 minutes.
  2. For an extra cheesy dip, feel free to add 8 oz cream cheese and extra cheese on top. My husband and I can't resist doing this from time to time - it's a total indulgence and great for a game day spread!

Notes

  • This recipe makes about 6 cups of dip and yields roughly 24 quarter-cup servings.
  • Leftovers store well and the dip freezes nicely for make-ahead use.
  • Use the dip as a filling or base for tacos, quesadillas, or other dishes by adding toppings like cheese and salsa.
  • If you don't have avocado oil, substitute with your preferred cooking oil without altering the flavor significantly.

Nutrition Information

Calories 76kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 5mg (2%) Sodium 181mg (8%) Potassium 253mg (5%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 209IU (4%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 29mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 76

% Daily Value*

Calories 76kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 5mg 2%
Sodium 181mg 8%
Potassium 253mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 209IU 4%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 29mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.