Black Bean Dip

Beans are a great source of fiber, protein and iron. This easy dip can also be used as a sandwich spread.

Ingredients:

2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed (3 cups)

1 bunch cilantro, leaves and stems chopped (1 ½ cups)

2 limes zested and juiced (2 tsp zest and 2 Tbsp juice)

2 tsp ground coriander

1 tsp cumin

¾ tsp salt, plus more to taste

½ tsp smoked paprika

Pinch cayenne, plus more to taste

Equipment:

Chef’s Knife

Cutting board

Rubber spatula

Can opener

Colander

Juicer

Zester

Food processor

Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients:

2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed (3 cups)

1 bunch cilantro, leaves and stems chopped (1 ½ cups)

2 limes zested and juiced (2 tsp zest and 2 Tbsp juice)

2 tsp ground coriander

1 tsp cumin

¾ tsp salt, plus more to taste

½ tsp smoked paprika

Pinch cayenne, plus more to taste

Equipment:

Chef’s Knife

Cutting board

Rubber spatula

Can opener

Colander

Juicer

Zester

Food processor

Measuring cups and spoons

Directions:

  1. Gather all the ingredients and equipment. Wash the produce and prepare it as detailed in the ingredients list.
  2. Add all of the ingredients to the bowl of a food processor.
  3. Run the motor until the mixture reaches the desired consistency: about 30 seconds for chunky or about 2 minutes for nearly smooth. If necessary, add a little water to adjust the viscosity. Use a rubber spatula to scrape down the sides of the food processor, ensuring that all the ingredients are combined. Taste and adjust.

Serve with warm tortillas or pita.

Adapted from Yotam Ottolenghi