White Bean Dip
Total Time
5 mins
Prep Time
5 mins
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
(116)
Ingredients
4 servings
- 1½ cups cooked cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 small garlic clove
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 to 4 tablespoons water, if needed
- 2 tablespoons torn fresh basil leaves (optional)
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves (optional)
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Preparation
Step 1
In a food processor, pulse the cannellini beans, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, garlic, salt, and several grinds of pepper until combined. If the bean dip is too thick, slowly add the water with the food processor running. Process until smooth. Blend in the basil and/or rosemary, if desired.
Step 2
Serve with veggies or pita.
Step 3
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Chef's notes
Herb it up! Blend in basil or rosemary, or use other fresh herbs like tarragon, parsley, thyme, mint, dill, or chives.
Go the garlic route by adding 1 garlic clove or use roasted garlic for deeper flavor.
Cook the beans yourself for enhanced flavor and texture control.
