White Bean Almond Spread
Elevate your snack game with this creamy and flavorful White Bean Almond Spread, a quick and wholesome recipe that comes together in just 10 minutes! Packed with protein-rich cannellini beans and the nutty richness of unsweetened almond butter, this vegan spread is delicately flavored with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and a hint of ground cumin for a subtle warmth. Its velvety smooth texture, achieved in a food processor, is perfect for spreading on sandwiches, pairing with crunchy veggies, or serving as an elegant dip alongside crackers. Garnished with fresh parsley, this healthy spread makes an effortless yet impressive addition to any snack platter. Plus, it's dairy-free, gluten-free, and perfect for meal prep, lasting up to 3 days in the fridge.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cannellini beans (cooked, drained, and rinsed)
- 2 tablespoons Almond butter (unsweetened and smooth)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 unit Garlic clove (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water (as needed)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
In a food processor, combine the drained cannellini beans, almond butter, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Pulse the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If the spread is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time and continue blending until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste the spread and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
Transfer the spread to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Serve immediately with crackers, sliced vegetables, or use as a spread for sandwiches. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
714 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.5 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1190 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.1 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 24.9 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 203 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1026 mg | 22% | |
*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.
