Whipped White Beans
Creamy, velvety, and packed with protein, Whipped White Beans is a quick and flavorful recipe perfect for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings. Using pantry staples like canned white beans, fresh garlic, and zesty lemon juice, this dish comes together in just 15 minutes, blending into a smooth, hummus-like spread infused with the warmth of ground cumin. A hint of olive oil ties everything together, creating a luxurious texture that's irresistibly dippable. Whether served with warm pita, crunchy veggies, or as a versatile spread for sandwiches, this dish shines as a healthy, vegan-friendly appetizer or snack. Garnished with a drizzle of olive oil and fresh parsley, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for fans of Mediterranean-inspired recipes, this easy-to-make white bean dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned white beans (such as cannellini or great northern)
- 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp water or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned white beans under cold water to remove excess sodium or preservatives.
Peel and roughly chop the garlic cloves.
In a small skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly golden. Remove from heat and set aside.
Add the white beans, sautéed garlic, remaining olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, salt, pepper, and water (or vegetable broth) into a food processor or blender.
Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides as needed. Add an extra tablespoon of water or broth if the mixture is too thick.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
Transfer the whipped white beans to a serving bowl. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve immediately with warm pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables, or use as a spread for sandwiches. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
861 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.1 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2670 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.1 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 23.8 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 228 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1093 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
