Best 3 Black Bean Spread Recipes

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Black bean spread is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a dip, a sandwich spread, or a topping on tacos or burritos. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a creamy, flavorful spread that is sure to become a favorite. Whether you are looking for a healthy and nutritious snack or a quick and easy meal, black bean spread is the perfect choice. Read on to discover the best recipe for black bean spread, along with tips and variations to make it your own.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BLACK BEAN SPREAD



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A creamy black bean spread. Wonderful for dipping vegetables in, or spreading on sandwiches. Preparation Time: 5 minutes. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association.

Provided by Robyn Webb

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Bean Dip Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups cooked black beans
3 tablespoons hot salsa
2 green onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup low-fat cottage cheese
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander seed
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine black beans, salsa, green onions, garlic, cottage cheese, hot pepper sauce, cumin, coriander, salt and pepper in an electric blender and blend until smooth. Add a little water, if necessary, to blend mixture thoroughly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 0.8 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 67.3 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

EASY BLACK BEAN DIP OR SANDWICH SPREAD



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Ditch the unhealthy luncheon meats and opt for this spread full of vegetable protein. This version doesn't have any garlic or onion so it works well in an office "brown-bag" lunch. But if you are feeling brave go ahead and add a clove or two of garlic and/or 4-5 green onions.

Provided by My Food Coach

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 5m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (14 1/2 ounce) can black beans, drained
0.5 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes, petite diced, drained
1 lime, juice of, whole
fresh cilantro, handful

Steps:

  • Puree all of the ingredients in a food processor.
  • As a sandwich filler, serve on whole-wheat bread with fresh spinach and sliced tomato.
  • As a dip, serve with fresh veggies such as baby carrots, cukes and red bell pepper slices.

CREAMY BLACK BEAN SPREAD



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Provided by Nils Bernstein

Categories     Bean     Onion     Side     Low Fat     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Healthy     Vegan     Sugar Conscious     Small Plates

Yield Makes 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons vegetable oil or lard
1 large white onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground fennel seeds
2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, drained

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add onion and 1/2 tsp. salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized, about 15 minutes. Stir in fennel and cook 30 seconds. Add beans, remaining 1 tsp. salt, and 2 Tbsp. water and heat through, stirring to combine. Transfer to a food processor or blender and purée until smooth.
  • Do Ahead
  • Bean spread can be stored in an airtight container and chilled for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Tips:

  • To make the black bean spread creamier, use canned black beans instead of dried beans.
  • If you don't have any cilantro on hand, you can substitute parsley or basil.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic and cumin to your taste.
  • For a spicier spread, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
  • Serve the black bean spread with tortilla chips, pita bread, or crackers.

Conclusion:

Black bean spread is a delicious and versatile dip that can be enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful dip, give black bean spread a try!

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