A vibrant and flavorful black bean dip with a zesty lime kick, perfect for any occasion.
Drain and rinse the black beans.
Rinsing canned beans reduces sodium content and improves flavor.
Add the black beans, tomato paste, water, garlic, lime juice, ground cumin, salt, and cayenne pepper to a blender.
Blend in short bursts to ensure even mixing and prevent overheating the blender.
Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
For a chunkier texture, pulse the blender instead of blending continuously.
Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl.
Use a spatula to scrape all the dip from the blender to minimize waste.
Stir in the chopped green onions and diced green chili.
Mix thoroughly to distribute the ingredients evenly for consistent flavor.
Serve the dip in a bowl, garnished with additional green onions or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper.
Serve with tortilla chips or vegetable sticks for a delightful snack.