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Creamy Elote White Bean Dip

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A quick and easy creamy dip combining the flavors of Mexican street corn (elote) with white beans, Cotija cheese, and a smoky chili lime kick. Perfect for casual snacking or parties.

Ingredients

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  • 15 oz (425 g) canned white beans, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup (60 g) Cotija cheese, crumbled
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse the canned white beans thoroughly to remove excess sodium and canned flavor. Set aside.
  2. In a food processor, combine the white beans, mayonnaise, and fresh lime juice. Pulse until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed.
  3. Add chili powder, smoked paprika, minced garlic, and salt (start with ½ tsp). Pulse a few more times to combine evenly.
  4. If desired, add the minced jalapeño and blend just until incorporated to avoid making the dip too spicy.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl. Fold in the crumbled Cotija cheese and chopped cilantro by hand to keep some texture.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, lime juice, or chili powder as needed.
  7. Chill the dip in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
  8. If the dip is too thick after chilling, stir in a teaspoon of water or more lime juice to loosen slightly.

Notes

Rinse beans well to avoid canned taste. Let dip chill for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Fold in Cotija cheese by hand to maintain texture. Adjust heat by adding or omitting jalapeño seeds. For dairy-free, use vegan mayo and nutritional yeast instead of Cotija. Can add fresh grilled corn for texture and sweetness.

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Keywords: elote dip, white bean dip, creamy dip, Cotija cheese, chili lime dip, easy snack, party dip, Mexican street corn, healthy dip

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