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Red Red Bean Spread Recipe

This vibrant Red Red Bean Spread recipe, inspired by Cooking Light (June 2005), is a flavor explosion! Perfect as a dip, sandwich spread, or vibrant addition to your favorite dishes. Roasted red peppers deliver a smoky sweetness balanced by the earthy beans, creating a quick and healthy treat.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 18.3 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 2.0 (1 Reviews)
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How to Make Red Red Bean Spread

  1. Preheat your broiler to high.
  2. Cut 2 large bell peppers in half lengthwise.
  3. Remove seeds and membranes from the bell pepper halves.
  4. Place pepper halves, skin-side up, on a foil-lined baking sheet.
  5. Gently flatten each pepper half with your hand.
  6. Broil for 10-12 minutes, or until the skin is blackened and blistered.
  7. Immediately transfer the peppers to a zip-top plastic bag.
  8. Seal the bag tightly and let stand for 5 minutes. This allows the steam to loosen the skins.
  9. Peel and chop the roasted peppers. You should have approximately 1 1/2 cups of chopped peppers.
  10. In a food processor, combine the chopped peppers, 1 (15-ounce) can of red kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  11. Process until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
  12. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. (Alternatively, use 1 1/2 cups of jarred roasted red peppers instead of roasting your own.)

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g

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