Kelly JensenThis black bean dip with cream cheese recipe will spice up your next party or game day – a delicious appetizer to serve with nacho chips, dipping vegetables in, or adding to tacos or burritos.
This Black Bean Dip with Cream Cheese Is:
- Creamy
- Hearty
- Loaded with flavor
- Versatile
- Cheesy
- Vegetarian, Gluten Free, and High Protein
Easy Vegetarian Party Dip Recipes!
This bean dip with cream cheese is what I call an Easy Weeknight Recipe – which is on your table in about 30 minutes. These quick and simple recipes are perfect for those nights when you want a tasty homecooked appetizer but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen prepping.
I have a whole section of The Herbeevore dedicated to Easy Weeknight Meals, that are great for the whole family. From soups and stews, to pastas and proteins – a quick meal can be on your table in no time. Even faster than ordering delivery!
What’s In Cream Cheese Bean Dip?
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- Cream Cheese – I used a basic cream cheese brick for this recipe that I softened on the counter. Don’t use a whipped or airy cream cheese for this, regular works just fine.
- Low Sodium Black Beans: Using a low or no salt bean is essential in this dish! These no salt added or low sodium beans have better flavor and control of the salt in your dip. If you use normal canned beans you run the risk of having the dip be way too salty.
- Salsa: This salsa is our absolute favorite… and I like that you can re-use the mason jars when you are done with the salsa to can other foods! It’s like a extra bonus.
- Chili Powder: for a really nice flavor in this dip – the chili powder isn’t spicy but will give you a rich and bright flavor.
- Cheddar – I used shredded white cheddar.
- Red Chili Pepper Flakes: for a little heat! if you don’t like spice, you can absolutely skip them in this recipe.
- Green Onions for Garnish
One of the BEST Pantry Staple Appetizer Recipes
This high protein black bean and corn dip recipe is a fantastic pantry-staple meal! It uses almost all ingredients you would have in your dry pantry or cupboards. You probably already have a lot of these ingredients on hand already. Keeping a well-stocked pantry makes it easy to come up with delicious and yummy meals using a few staples you can rotate.
I made a list of my Top 125 Plant-Based Pantry Staples that always keep on hand. And you can check out all my favorite pantry staple recipes on TheHerbeevore.com here. By stocking up on whole ingredients you can cook delicious recipes without a trip to the store!
How Do I Make This Bean and Cream Cheese Dip Recipe?
- Remove cream cheese from fridge and allow to soften on the counter.
- In a medium saucepan heat black beans, salsa, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, chili powder over low heat. Cook for 7 or 8 minutes until cheese is melty and begins to bubble.
- Place dip in a bowl and top with chopped green onions, chili flakes, and more cheddar as desired. Serve with chips, nachos, or veggie sticks, and enjoy!
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Black Bean Dip with Cream Cheese
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Serving Bowl
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened to room temprature
- 1 14 ounce can low sodium black beans drained
- 1/3 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar plus extra for topping
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 green onions sliced
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes for garnish
Instructions
- Remove cream cheese from fridge and allow to soften on the counter.
- In a medium saucepan heat black beans, salsa, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, chili powder over low heat. Cook for 7 or 8 minutes until cheese is melty and begins to bubble.
- Place dip in a bowl and top with chopped green onions, chili flakes, and more cheddar as desired. Serve with chips, nachos, or veggie sticks, and enjoy!
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Notes
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