Bean Dip

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• ¹/₂ medium onion, diced (about ³/₄ cup)
• 1 clove garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon)
• 1 tablespoon seeded and minced jalapeño pepper
• 1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans, preferably low-sodium, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• ¹/₄ teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon water
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the garlic and jalapeño and cook for 1 minute.
4. Place the beans in a food processor.
5. Add the onion mixture and the remaining ingredients and process until smooth.