This dip is vegetarian, Gluten free and super healthy! You can make it vegan by substituting the honey and Feta with vegan alternatives. We entertain a lot! I mean a lot! So, dips are something we make every week. There is always a smooth and creamy dip like my 5 minute yogurt dip on my appetizer platter. This corn black bean feta dip is a chunky dip that contrasts nicely with a creamy dip. You can also serve a creamy, simple 2 Minute Sriracha Garlic Lime Aioli too
Ingredients
Here is what you will need to make this dip.
Corn
I use frozen corn kernels. I find it super convenient. You don’t even need to thaw it. Just throw it in the pan straight away. But during the Barbecue season, I often add grilled corn instead. It adds a great smoky flavor, which is super addictive! Or you can quickly air fry the corn. You can also use canned corn. Make sure to drain the canning liquid and give the corn a quick rinse before using. Another Favorite Summer Grilled corn dish is this Mango Grilled Corn Salsa.
Black Beans
I used the canned version. Just drain and rinse before using.You can also use other beans like pinto beans, black-eyed peas, and kidney beans. I prefer the chunky flavor of black beans the most.
Feta
When using feta in this kind of dip, always taste the feta before adding it. Some brands have very high salt in the feta, which can easily skew the saltiness of the dip. You don’t want to do all the work and then end up with a too-salty dip.Cogito cheese is an excellent replacement to feta cheese. Scallions- Just the green bits of the green or spring onion. Honey / Maple Syrup- This is the secret ingredient! I mean feta and honey is such a vibe! Use maple syrup if you want to make this vegan. Olive Oil- This can be skipped or replaced with butter if you want.
How to make feta black bean corn dip
I like to roast the corn a bit. This gives the dip more depth of flavor.Also, the heat of the corn makes the crumbled feta cheese creamy.
Step 1: Prep
Drain and rinse any canned produce- Corn and Black beans. You can skip this if you are using frozen corn. If you are using feta in brine, give it a quick rinse and pat it with tissue paper before using.Try to get the feta that’s usually added to salads. The crumbly kinds.
Step 2: Saute Corn
Sauté the corn in a little olive oil or butter. Char it a bit to get that added flavor. You can also add grilled corn instead.Or you can air fry the corn.
Step 3: Dressing
Whisk the lemon juice, Honey, and Salt together. Ensure to keep the salt low because feta cheese usually has a lot of salt.
Step 4: Assemble
Add the scallians, roasted corn and black beans to a bowl. Add the honey, lemon, and salt mix. Crumble the feta on top. Give it a mix. Thats it!Seriously simple recipe!
Variations
Want some twists to this?
Spicy black bean corn dip
Make it spicy by adding chopped jalapeno or chilli flakes. I also love adding some charred banana peppers to this dip.
How to serve this bean dip
As I said above, you can make this in advance.Serve it warm or cold.I usually make it the night before and serve it cold.Now, depending on how many people are eating this, you can tweak what you serve with it. If you serve this for a party, make a few more dips and crisps. Here is my list
Yogurt Dip , Hummus ,Red Pepper Feta Dip & Boshamps Feta Dip Salsa like Mango Corn Salsa- Pico de Gallo Chips, Nachos, Toasted Bread Veggies- Carrot, cucumber and celery sticks Cheese Ball- Spicy or sweet Fruits
Leftovers and Storage
This dip keeps very well in the refrigerator.It also doubles up as a salad or a side. You can do so much with leftover feta corn black bean dip.Here are some quick ideas
Feta corn black bean Bruchetta Add it to boiled Pasta Eat it as a salad with rice
More Dips
Looking for other recipes like this? Try these: If you make this delicious corn black bean and feta dip, do leave me a comment.I would love to know your thoughts on it!
