5 from 234 votes
Spiced Refried Bean Dip
The Spiced Refried Bean Dip combines sautéed onion, garlic, and a choice of peppers with pinto beans and seasonings into a smooth, creamy dip. The vegetable sauté adds savory warmth and mild heat, which can be adjusted by including or removing pepper seeds. The puree is then gently warmed to maintain a luscious, spoonable texture. This dip’s layered flavors work well for serving with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables, offering a richly seasoned, comforting snack or appetizer.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings:
2
cups
Calories:
296 kcal
Course:
Condiments, Lunch
Cuisine:
American, Mexican
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion chopped
- 3 garlic chopped, cloves
- ¼ cup pepper anaheim, pasilla, jalapeno, etc), chopped, of choice
- 1 pinto beans drained and rinsed, 15-ounce can
- 1 teaspoon of sea salt
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast optional
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice or lime juice, fresh
Instructions
- In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, saute chopped onion, garlic, and peppers for 4 to 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- When the veggies are beginning to brown, transfer them to the bowl of a food processor, add beans and all remaining ingredients. Puree for 2 minutes until rich and creamy.
- Transfer dip to a small pot and keep warm on stove until ready to serve.
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Notes
- Keep the dip warm on low heat to maintain creaminess and avoid drying.
- Adjust the heat by choosing pepper types and including or removing their seeds according to your spice preference.
- Use a neutral oil like olive or avocado oil to avoid overpowering flavors; avoid strong-tasting oils such as coconut unless desired.
Nutrition Information
Calories
296kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
44g
(15%)
Protein
13g
(26%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
(12%)
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Sodium
1802mg
(75%)
Potassium
880mg
(19%)
Fiber
14g
(56%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
1326IU
(27%)
Vitamin C
21mg
(23%)
Calcium
152mg
(15%)
Iron
5mg
(28%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 296
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 296kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 1802mg | 75% |
| Potassium | 880mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 14g | 56% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1326IU | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 152mg | 15% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.