White Bean and Roasted Garlic Dip
Elevate your snack game with this creamy, flavor-packed White Bean and Roasted Garlic Dip! This irresistible recipe combines the velvety texture of cannellini or great northern beans with the deep, caramelized sweetness of roasted garlic, creating a dip that's as healthy as it is delicious. A touch of fresh lemon juice adds brightness, while optional tahini boosts creaminess for a Mediterranean twist. Ready in under an hour with minimal prep, this easy dip is perfect for parties, meal prep, or quick snacking. Serve it with crunchy veggie sticks, toasted bread, or crispy crackers, and garnish with fresh parsley and paprika for a stunning presentation. A must-try for hummus lovers and garlic enthusiasts alike, this wholesome, plant-based dip is sure to become a favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 ounces) canned white beans (e.g., cannellini or great northern beans), drained and rinsed
- 1 head of garlic
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon tahini (optional for creaminess)
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice off the top 1/4 inch of the head of garlic to expose the cloves. Place the garlic head on a piece of aluminum foil, drizzle it with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and wrap it tightly in the foil.
Roast the garlic in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and golden brown. Let it cool slightly before handling.
Once the garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins into a food processor or blender.
Add the drained white beans, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, tahini (if using), salt, and pepper to the food processor with the roasted garlic.
Blend until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water, blending between additions, until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice, if needed.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of paprika, if desired.
Serve with crackers, veggie sticks, or slices of toasted bread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
652 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.9 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1233 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.0 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 281 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 672 mg | 14% | |
*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.
