Creamy Red Bean Salsa
Discover the vibrant and irresistible flavors of Creamy Red Bean Salsa, a quick and easy dip that’s perfect for your next party or snack craving. This no-cook recipe combines hearty canned red beans, a luscious lime-infused sour cream dressing, and a colorful medley of fresh vegetables like roma tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño for just the right amount of heat. Elevated with fragrant cilantro, ground cumin, and a hint of garlic, this creamy salsa delivers a delicious balance of tangy, spicy, and savory notes. Ready in just 15 minutes, it pairs perfectly with crispy tortilla chips or as a zesty topping for tacos and grilled dishes. It’s a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s as versatile as it is flavorful!
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Ingredients
- 15 oz canned red beans
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large garlic clove
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper
- 2 medium roma tomatoes
- 0.5 cup red onion
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Drain and rinse the canned red beans thoroughly and set aside.
Step 2
In a blender or food processor, combine the sour cream, lime juice, olive oil, garlic clove, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 3
Finely chop the jalapeño pepper (remove seeds for less heat), roma tomatoes, red onion, and fresh cilantro.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the red beans, chopped vegetables, and the creamy lime dressing. Mix gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Step 5
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed.
Step 6
Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and garnish with extra cilantro leaves, if desired.
Step 7
Serve immediately with tortilla chips or use as a topping for tacos, burritos, or grilled chicken. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (816.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 728.0 |
| Total Fat 39.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 57.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2417.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 91.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.5g | |
| Protein 26.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 349.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1857.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories