Dinner

Healthy Easy Bean Dip Recipe

ByLila Prescott October 31, 2025October 31, 2025

Introduction

This Healthy Easy Bean Dip is a flavorful and creamy appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with black beans, Greek yogurt, and a blend of spices, it’s a nutritious snack that’s quick to prepare and delicious to serve warm.

The dish is a baked casserole with a golden brown crust along the edges, showing a slightly crispy texture. The middle layer is covered with a melted cheese layer that is creamy white with small spots of light orange, indicating a mix of cheeses. Underneath the cheese, there is a light brown layer that looks soft and slightly chunky, hinting at a filling made from ground ingredients. The casserole is presented in a white baking dish with handles, placed on a surface with a white marbled texture. The photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1.5 cups cooked black beans, drained and rinsed (about 15 oz can)

1/3 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)

1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder

1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
1 tablespoon water (optional)

3/4 cup cheddar cheese

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
Step 2: In a food processor or blender, combine olive oil, black beans, Greek yogurt, salt, cumin, chili powder, lime juice, and cilantro. Blend until smooth. If the dip is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water to reach a smooth but not watery consistency.

Step 3: Pour the blended dip into a baking dish (an 8.5 x 6.5 inch or 8 x 8 inch dish works well). Evenly sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the top.
Step 4: Bake the dip for 15 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly. For an extra melted and slightly browned top, broil for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.

Tips & Variations

For a spicier dip, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a diced jalapeño before blending.

Swap cheddar for Monterey Jack or a Mexican cheese blend for different flavors.
If you don’t have a food processor, mash the beans by hand and mix thoroughly with the remaining ingredients.
Use fresh lime juice for the best bright flavor, but bottled lime juice works in a pinch.

Storage

Store any leftover bean dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven until warm. Adding a splash of water before reheating can help restore creaminess if it has thickened.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a baked dip in a white dish, showing one layer of browned, melted cheese with orange spots on top, and a thick, brownish meat layer underneath that has a creamy texture. A woman's hand with red-painted nails is lifting a triangular beige tortilla chip coated with bits of the cheesy meat dip. The background is a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this dip vegan?

Yes, simply replace the Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt and omit the cheese or use a vegan cheese alternative.

Can I prepare this dip ahead of time?

Absolutely. You can blend all the ingredients except the cheese and store the mixture in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Add the cheese and bake just before serving.