This warm Mexican pinto bean dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for game day parties or casual weeknight snacks. The creamy texture comes from pureeing cooked pinto beans, which are then simmered with water to create a smooth base. Shredded Monterey Jack cheese melts into the mixture, adding a rich, savory depth that balances the heat. A generous splash of hot green salsa verde provides a bright, tangy kick, while chili powder enhances the earthy flavor profile. It’s simple to make with pantry staples and comes together in under thirty minutes. Serve it bubbling hot in a chafing dish with sturdy tortilla chips, crusty rye bread, or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.
Mexican Pinto Bean Dip
Description
This warm Mexican pinto bean dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for game day parties or casual weeknight snacks. The creamy texture comes from pureeing cooked pinto beans, which are then simmered with water to create a smooth base. Shredded Monterey Jack cheese melts into the mixture, adding a rich, savory depth that balances the heat. A generous splash of hot green salsa verde provides a bright, tangy kick, while chili powder enhances the earthy flavor profile. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple to make with pantry staples and comes together in under thirty minutes. Serve it bubbling hot in a chafing dish with sturdy tortilla chips, crusty rye bread, or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.Ingredients
Directions
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Place the cooked pinto beans in a blender or food processor and puree until you reach a coarse paste consistency.
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Transfer the bean paste into a saucepan and add the water.
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Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture to combine.
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Add the shredded Monterey Jack cheese, chili powder, and hot green salsa to the saucepan.
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Stir continuously until the cheese is fully melted and the dip is smooth and well-blended.
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Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Transfer the hot dip to a chafing dish or serving bowl.
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Serve immediately with tortilla chips, black cocktail rye bread, bell peppers, celery, or cheese sticks.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 340.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5.2g8%
- Saturated Fat 0.8g4%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 710.5mg30%
- Total Carbohydrate 62.8g21%
- Dietary Fiber 26.4g106%
- Sugars 4.3g
- Protein 20.1g41%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.