Description
A creamy and zesty dip bursting with fresh flavors; perfect for parties or a laid-back snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 ounces) of white beans (cannellini or great northern)
- 2 tablespoons of lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- 1–2 cloves garlic (to taste)
- A handful of fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or dill)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 teaspoon of lemon zest
- Optional: A pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Start by draining and rinsing the white beans in a colander.
- In a food processor, add the rinsed beans, lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic. Pulse until combined.
- Toss in the fresh herbs, salt, and pepper. Pulse until smooth, adding water if necessary.
- Once blended, taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Transfer into a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and top with fresh herbs.
Notes
This dip can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge. Serve with pita chips or fresh vegetable sticks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg