Description
This Spicy White Bean Dip with avocado and wasabi is creamy, zesty, and full of bold flavor. Paired with homemade sesame pita chips, it’s the perfect light yet flavorful snack or appetizer for parties or everyday dipping.
Ingredients
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- Avocado Wasabi Dip:
- 1 (19-ounce) can white beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 2 teaspoons wasabi paste (or more, to taste)
- Juice from 1 lime
- 1 avocado
- Sesame Pita Chips:
- 6 rounds pita bread (white or whole wheat)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Sesame seeds (about 1/4 cup)
Instructions
- Make the Dip: In a food processor, combine white beans, olive oil, salt, fresh ginger, wasabi paste, lime juice, and avocado. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and add more wasabi if desired. Set aside or refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Make the Pita Chips: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cut pita bread into wedges and arrange on baking sheets.
- Brush wedges with a mixture of olive oil and sesame oil. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for about 7 minutes, or until chips are lightly golden and crispy. Repeat with remaining pita if necessary.
- Serve dip immediately with pita chips or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 2 days.
Notes
- Wasabi flavor is strong, but not overly spicy—add more paste if you want extra heat.
- Dip is best enjoyed fresh, as the avocado color may darken after 2 days.
- Pita chips stay fresh for several days when stored in an airtight container.
- Try topping the dip with additional sesame seeds or a drizzle of sesame oil for garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Food Processor, Bake
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (dip + chips)
- Calories: 535
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 474mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
