5-Min Cheesy Bean Dip
Warm refried beans folded with salsa and melted cheddar—ready in a bowl or shallow pan. Serve with chips, tortillas, or pita for a crowd-pleasing dip that's done before the guests arrive.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 6
- Calories
- 185
- Protein
- 8g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Pour refried beans and salsa into a microwave-safe bowl and stir until combined.
Step 2
Microwave on high for 2 minutes until the mixture is warm and starting to steam.
Step 3
Stir in the shredded cheddar until fully melted and the dip is smooth.
Step 4
Serve hot with tortilla chips, rolled tortillas, pita bread, or pretzel sticks.
Tools you’ll need
- microwave-safe bowl
- spoon
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