Description
A quick and easy Tex-Mex party dip featuring black beans, corn, peppers, and a generous layer of melted cheddar and mozzarella cheese. Perfect for game day, potlucks, or any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh, frozen/thawed, or canned)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1–2 jalapeño peppers, finely minced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Finely dice the red bell pepper and red onion. Mince the jalapeño peppers.
- Drain and rinse the black beans and corn thoroughly. Pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn, bell pepper, jalapeño, and red onion.
- Add garlic powder and cumin to the vegetable mixture and toss until evenly distributed.
- Stir in the sour cream until the base is coated but not soupy. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
- Transfer the mixture to an 8×8 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top, pressing down slightly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving with tortilla chips.
Notes
Ensure beans and corn are thoroughly drained and patted dry to prevent a watery dip. Shred cheese from a block rather than using pre-shredded cheese for better melting. Let the dip rest for 5 minutes after baking to allow the cheese to set slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the dish
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 14
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