White bean dip is a recipe you should always have in your back pocket. The prep work is a breeze, and the results taste amazing! It’s the type of snack that makes you eat more veggies, so you may always want to keep a stash in your fridge. Dress it up with fresh herbs like basil, thyme, oregano, or dill, or keep it simple with salt and black pepper. Either way, it’s delicious.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Use soft white beans such as Great Northern Beans, cannellini beans, or navy beans for the creamiest results. Chickpeas will not create the same texture, so save those for hummus, which gets its silky texture by adding tahini. Paired with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and fresh rosemary, this recipe is loaded with flavor. If you’re not a fan of raw garlic, you can always use roasted garlic. (Roasting tips below!)
How to Make White Bean Dip
Drain and rinse a 15-ounce can of white beans in a fine mesh strainer, then add them to a blender or food processor fitted with an S blade. Add the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, freshly minced rosemary, and one tablespoon of water. Secure the lid and process until the beans start to break down. You may need to add another tablespoon or two of water and continue blending until the bean dip has a smooth and creamy texture. Taste and make any adjustments as needed. If you don’t plan on serving it immediately, the flavor will continue developing when stored in the fridge. When you’re ready to serve, transfer the white bean dip to a serving bowl and drizzle with olive oil. For an easy snack platter, serve it with toasted pita chips, crackers, cucumbers, and carrots! Looking for more white bean recipes? Try Vegan Green Bean Casserole (made with a creamy white bean sauce), healthy Blue Cheese Dressing, or White Bean Blondies for more ideas. If you try this white bean dip recipe, please leave a comment and star rating below, letting me know how you like it.
