No-Cook Black Bean Dip

The weather is hot- and I refuse to turn on my oven or stove right now. Here's a recipe that meets my 3 requirements: Takes 5 min. to make. No cooking or baking involved. Tastes yummy and can be shared.

No-Cook Black Bean Dip

• 1 medium red onion, chopped
• 2 (16-ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon fresh orange or lime juice
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, peeled
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
• Tortilla chips and, if you're with that sort of crowd, assorted cut-up raw vegetables

preparation

1. Transfer one tablespoon of the red onion to a cup and set aside for the garnish

2. In a blender or food processor, purée the beans, remaining red onion, vinegar, orange juice, cilantro, oil, garlic, and cumin.

3. Transfer the dip to a bowl; add salt and pepper. Sprinkle with the reserved red onion and serve with tortilla chips and vegetables.