Red Bean Dip With Cumin And Cilantro

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Ingredients

  • 1 can red kidney beans - (15 oz) drained
  • 3 tablespoons sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves finely chopped
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 small red onion chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly-ground black pepper to taste
  • Assorted cut-up vegetables (such as carrots, celery, and bell pepper)
  • Pita bread triangles toasted

Preparation

Step 1

Place beans in medium bowl. Mash with fork until almost smooth. Add sour cream, lemon juice, garlic, and cumin; blend well. Mix in onion and cilantro. Season dip with salt and pepper. Transfer to small bowl. Let stand at least 30 minutes to blend flavors. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.)

Place dip in center of platter. Surround with vegetables and pita triangles.

This recipe yields 1 1/2 cups.