White Bean Dip - Snack And Mack

A creamy Mediterranean-style dip blending white beans with garlic and citrus. Ready in minutes and packed with plant-based protein.

# Ingredient List:

→ Beans

01 - 2 cups white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed (1 can, 15 oz)

→ Aromatics & Seasoning

02 - 2 garlic cloves, minced

03 - 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling

04 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)

05 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Optional Additions

07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

08 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or chives, chopped

# Steps:

01 - Place drained white beans, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper into a food processor or blender.

02 - Process the mixture until completely smooth and creamy, stopping periodically to scrape down the sides of the bowl.

03 - Taste the dip and modify flavors as needed by adding more lemon juice for brightness, salt for depth, or olive oil for creaminess.

04 - For additional complexity, incorporate ground cumin or fresh herbs such as parsley or chives during the final blending.

05 - Transfer the finished dip to a serving bowl, drizzle generously with olive oil, and scatter fresh herbs on top. Accompany with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or crackers.

# Expert Advice:

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It comes together in literally ten minutes with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry
The texture is incredibly velvety and luxurious despite being so simple and wholesome

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If you want restaurant-smooth texture, take the time to pinch the skins off each bean before blending, though honestly most people will not notice the difference
The dip firms up slightly in the fridge, so make it a little thinner than you think you want it if you are serving it cold

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