WARM BLACK BEAN DIP

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Cumin and chili powder pack plenty of zip into this chunky bean dip, which is served warm. It's a great make-ahead dish for any kind of party or get-together. -Lynda Cavanaugh, De Forest, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 small onion, chopped
1 teaspoon canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup diced fresh tomato
1/3 cup picante sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend or cheddar cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
Tortilla chips

Steps:

In a large nonstick skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add beans; mash gently. Stir in the tomato, picante sauce, cumin and chili powder. Cook and stir just until heated through. Remove from heat; stir in cheese, cilantro and lime juice. Serve warm with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 270mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges