White Bean Dip with Rosemary and Sage
Transform your snack or appetizer game with this vibrant White Bean Dip with Rosemary and Sage—a creamy, herb-infused delight that's ready in just 10 minutes! This recipe combines tender cannellini beans, earthy fresh rosemary, and sage with a zesty punch of lemon juice and a subtle garlic kick, creating a dip that's wholesome yet satisfyingly indulgent. Balanced with a dash of olive oil for richness and finished with optional red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, this versatile spread caters to any occasion. Perfect for serving with pita bread, crackers, or crunchy veggies, it also doubles as a flavorful sandwich spread. Quick, easy, and packed with bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this dip is sure to impress at your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary leaves (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp fresh sage leaves (finely chopped)
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp water (optional, for consistency)
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (drizzle for garnish)
Instructions
1. Drain and rinse the canned cannellini beans thoroughly.
2. In a food processor, combine the white beans, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, finely chopped rosemary, sage, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
3. Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. If the dip is too thick, add 1–2 tablespoons of water to reach the desired consistency.
4. Taste and adjust for seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
5. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with red pepper flakes for added flavor (optional).
6. Serve with pita bread, crackers, fresh veggies, or as a spread on sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
839 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.9 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1641 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.4 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 23.3 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 176 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1363 mg | 29% | |
*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.
