Black Bean Dip

This black bean dip comes together quickly with the NutraMilk. Our secret ingredient in this recipe is fresh cashew butter which adds a hint of natural sweetness & creaminess. It’s is so flavorful and good for you too!

No party is complete without a tasty dip! Give it a try!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 15-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed (reserve 1/4 cup black bean liquid)
• ¼ cup cashew butter made with the NutraMilk
• 1 tsp. olive oil
• 1 small red onion, chopped
• 1 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp. cumin
• ½ tsp. chili powder
• ½ tsp. sea salt
• ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper
• 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
• 2 Tbsp. lime or lemon juice
• ½ Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
• 2 Tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped + extra for garnish
• yogurt or sour cream for topping, optional

For cashew butter

• 2 cups (300g) cashews
• 1/8 teaspoon Pink Himalayan salt (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

• Making cashew butter
  • Place cashews and salt in the NutraMilk container.
  • Press Butter cycle, set for 5-6 minutes.
  • Press Start.
  • Open the container lid.
  • If necessary, set for an additional 1-2 minutes for a creamier butter.
• Leave ¼ cup in the NutraMilk for recipe and store the rest for later use.

• Add oil to a skillet over medium heat. Once hot add onion and garlic and cook, tossing frequently so the garlic doesn’t burn. After about 5 minutes add in the spices (cumin, chili powder, sea salt and cayenne pepper). Toss to combine and continue cooking another 5 minutes. Add a tablespoon of water if the pan starts to dry out. After about 10 minutes of cooking total, remove from heat.
• Place garlic and onion mixture, black beans, reserved black bean liquid, tomato paste, lime juice, apple cider vinegar and fresh cilantro into the NutraMilk along with the cashew butter.

• Process until smooth. Taste and add additional spices, if needed. More salt or perhaps more cayenne pepper if you want the dip to be spicier.

• Transfer the dip to a bowl, garnish with extra cilantro and sour cream, if using.
• Store in the fridge until ready to serve. Leftover can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Prepared and photographed by NutraMilk nutritionist, Florencia Tagliavini.

Recipe inspired by Eating Bird Food.