Refried Bean Dip
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Refried Bean Dip
Description
Refried Bean Dip combines seasoned refried beans with fresh pureed vegetables and chipotle to create a smooth and creamy dip. The bell pepper and onion add freshness and texture, while the chipotle provides smoky heat. Seasonings like cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and red wine vinegar contribute layers of flavor and a balanced tangy warmth. The dip is finished with crumbled cotija and queso fresco cheeses and chopped cilantro, adding savory and herbal notes. The method involves pulsing fresh ingredients for a uniform texture and pureeing until smooth, making a dip that holds together well. It can be served at room temperature or warmed slightly to enhance those flavors. This recipe suits casual snacking, parties, or as a complement to Mexican or Tex-Mex dishes.
Ingredients
- 1 bell pepper seeded and rough chopped
- 1/2 onion
- 1 chipotle pepper
- 16 oz refried beans (See Note 1)
- 1 tsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp Tabasco sauce
- 1/2 tsp cumin ground
- 1/2 tsp chili seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Garnish
- 2 tbsp cotija cheese crumbled
- 2 tbsp queso fresco crumbled
- 2 tbsp cilantro chopped
Instructions
- In a food processor pulse the bell pepper, onion and chipotle pepper until chopped. Add the beans, vinegar, hot sauce, cumin, salt, chili powder, and garlic powder.
- Puree until smooth, scraping down sides if needed.
- Garnish with crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese and chopped cilantro. Serve at room temperature (or warm if you prefer) with chips of choice.
Notes
- Canned refried beans can be used instead of homemade for convenience.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 21 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 21kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 244mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 41mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 572IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 20mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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