Description
A creamy and flavorful White Bean Dip made with cannellini beans, fresh garlic, lemon juice, and herbs. Perfect as a healthy appetizer or snack, served with pita bread, chips, or fresh vegetables. This quick and easy recipe blends simple ingredients into a smooth, delicious dip garnished with pomegranate seeds, pine nuts, and an olive oil drizzle.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 15 ounce can cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 clove garlic (peeled)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or omit for oil free)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil
- 2-3 tablespoons ice cold water (or more as needed)
Garnishes
- More chopped fresh herbs
- Pomegranate seeds
- Pine nuts
- Olive oil drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Drain and rinse the cannellini beans to remove excess liquid. Peel the garlic clove and chop the fresh basil. Measure out the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Blend Ingredients: Add the drained beans, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, chopped basil, and 2 tablespoons of ice cold water to a food processor.
- Puree Until Smooth: Process the mixture for 4-5 minutes until the dip is creamy and smooth. If the texture is too thick or not creamy enough, add more ice cold water one tablespoon at a time to reach desired consistency.
- Season to Taste: Taste the dip and adjust seasoning as needed by adding more salt, pepper, lemon juice, or herbs to enhance the flavor.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with additional chopped fresh herbs, pomegranate seeds, pine nuts, and a drizzle of olive oil for a festive touch. Serve with pita bread, pita chips, or fresh veggie sticks such as cucumber and carrots.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, blend the dip longer and add more cold water gradually.
- Omit olive oil for an oil-free version; increase water slightly for desired creaminess.
- Use fresh herbs of your choice like parsley or cilantro for variation.
- This dip can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated; bring to room temperature before serving.
- Pomegranate seeds add a festive flavor and pop of color, perfect for holiday gatherings.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
