Ingredients

  • 2 15.5-oz. cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from about 2 large limes)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt
  • 1 16-oz. bag baby carrots

Method

  • Combine beans, lime juice, oil, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder and cayenne pepper in a food processor and process until smooth, scraping down sides of bowl as necessary. Transfer to a bowl and season with salt. Serve with carrots on the side for dipping.
  • This recipe also appeared in the October 2010 issue.