Black 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 (optional)
• 1 can (15.5 ounce) black beans, preferably low-sodium, drained and rinsed; or use dried black beans that have been cooked. 
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon water
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 
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Cooking Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and jalapeño and cook for 1 minute.
2. Place the beans in a food processor. Add the onion mixture and the remaining ingredients and process until smooth.
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       Serve as a dip for raw veggies, or spread on wraps.

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