Quick & Easy Layered Pinto Bean Dip | Appetizer for Any Occasion
By Rebecca St.Clair
This easy layered pinto bean dip recipe is ideal for parties when you need something quick but satisfying. Because delicious appetizers don’t have to be complicated. With a few simple ingredients you can create a layered bean dip that’s perfect for entertaining or everyday snacking. If you love easy dips, simple appetizers, and crowd-pleasing recipes, this one belongs in your rotation.
This quick and easy pinto bean dip delivers big flavour with minimal effort. This is a go-to recipe for parties, game day, and potlucks, it’s an easy appetizer everyone loves. If you’re looking for a fast, homemade dip recipe, this pinto bean dip is a must-try. It’s a delicious alternative to store-bought dips. Serve it warm or cold with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies for an effortless party appetizer that disappears quickly.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Quick and easy – This recipe can be made all in one dish and is ready in a matter of minutes.
Simple ingredients – You only need a handful of ingredients to make this flavourful dip.
Classic appetizer – Bean dips are a classic appetizer that always disappears fast.
Make ahead – This appetizer is perfect served hot or cold. Make it a day in advance and sprinkle on some fresh grated cheese right before serving.
How to store layered pinto bean dip
Fridge
- Transfer the dip to an airtight container or completely cover the serving dish in plastic wrap.
- Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Topping and alternative ingredients for layered pinto bean dip
Cheese
- Shredded cheese like cheddar or Monterey Jack
- Crumbled queso fresco
- Melted cheese (In an oven proof skillet, place dip and cheese under the broiler for a few minutes before serving.)
Fresh toppings
- Chopped green onions or chives
- Fresh chopped cilantro
- Pico de gallo
- Diced avocado
- Sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
Savoury toppings
- Crispy bacon bits or crumbled fried meat
- Fried onions
- Roasted corn
- Black olives
Ingredients
Pinto beans – Use drained canned beans to make this quickly and easily.
Salsa – Use mild or spicy depending on your taste. This adds flavour with minimal effort.
Sour cream – For a rich and creamy dip.
Bell pepper – Finely diced bell pepper for fresh flavour and crunch.
Tomato – Finely diced for juicy fresh flavour.
Cheese – I used finely grated cheddar cheese.
Parsley – Optional adds flavour and a pop of colour. Can be replaced with fresh cilantro.
How to make Layered Pinto bean dip
- Rinse and drain 2 cans of pinto beans.
- To a large oven-proof skillet on medium heat, add the beans, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of pepper, and a 430 ml jar of salsa.
- Stir and mash these ingredients together until thick and creamy.
- Remove from heat.
5. Finely dice 1 medium tomato and 1 small bell pepper.
6. If you are not serving the dip in the skillet, transfer the bean mixture to a large shallow dish.
7. Spread 1 small 250 ml container on sour cream on top of the bean mixture.
8. Layer on top the diced tomato and pepper.
9. Layer on top 1 cup grated cheese.
10. Serve with tortilla chips, pita bread, and fresh vegetables for dipping.
Layered Pinto Bean Dip
This quick and easy bean dip delivers big flavour with minimal effort. A go-to recipe for parties, game day, and potlucks, it’s an easy appetizer everyone loves.
Ingredients
- 2 cans pinto beans 1080 ml
- 1 small jar salsa 430 ml
- 8.5 oz sour cream 250 ml
- 1 medium tomato
- 1 small bell pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese 100 g
Instructions
- Rinse and drain 2 cans of pinto beans.
- To a large oven-proof skillet on medium heat, add the beans, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of pepper, and a 430 ml jar of salsa.
- Stir and mash these ingredients together until thick and creamy.
- Remove from heat.
- Finely dice 1 medium tomato and 1 small bell pepper.
- If you are not making the dip in the skillet, transfer the bean mixture to a large shallow dish.
- Spread 1 small 250 ml container on sour cream on top of the bean mixture.
- Layer on top the diced tomato and pepper.
- Layer on top 1 cup grated cheese.
- Serve with tortilla chips, pita bread, and fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
Serve this dip warm or cold
Nutrition Information
Yield
10Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 179Total Fat 13gSaturated Fat 7gUnsaturated Fat 6gCholesterol 39mgSodium 306mgCarbohydrates 8gFiber 2gSugar 2gProtein 8g
Nutrition information isn't always accurate.
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