White Bean Mash
Velvety, flavorful, and effortlessly simple, this White Bean Mash is the perfect side dish or healthy dip to elevate any meal. Made with creamy canned white beans—such as cannellini or great northern beans—this recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, blending the rich nuttiness of olive oil with the fresh zing of lemon juice and aromatic sautéed garlic. Its smooth, customizable texture makes it versatile as a spread, dip, or a bed for grilled meats and vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and you have a dish that’s as stunning as it is satisfying. Gluten-free, vegan, and packed with plant-based protein, this recipe is a must-try for a wholesome, flavor-packed addition to your plate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams canned white beans (e.g., cannellini or great northern beans)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned white beans thoroughly under cold water.
In a medium saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Reduce the heat to low. Add the rinsed white beans, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan.
Cook the mixture for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are heated through and start to soften slightly.
Remove from heat and transfer the mixture to a food processor or blender. Alternatively, you can use a potato masher for a chunkier texture.
Add 2 tablespoons of water or vegetable broth and blend or mash the mixture until smooth. Add more liquid if needed to achieve your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
Serve warm or at room temperature, drizzled with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and garnished with chopped fresh parsley, if using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
677 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.7 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2227 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.5 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 19.4 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1068 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.
