White Bean Sage and Roasted Garlic Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this creamy and flavorful White Bean Sage and Roasted Garlic Spread. This recipe combines velvety cannellini beans, aromatic roasted garlic, and earthy fresh sage to create a luscious dip brimming with complex flavors. The roasted garlic adds a sweet, caramelized depth, while a splash of fresh lemon juice brightens every bite. Perfectly balanced with olive oil and a hint of black pepper, this versatile spread is ideal for slathering on crusty bread, pairing with crunchy vegetables, or serving as part of an elegant charcuterie board. Ready in just 40 minutes with simple ingredients, this Mediterranean-inspired spread is a must-have for your next gathering or as a healthy snack. Plus, it's vegetarian-friendly and easily customizable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz white beans (cannellini or navy beans), drained and rinsed
- 1 garlic bulb
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 6 fresh sage leaves, chopped
- 0.5 tsp kosher salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbsp water (if needed to adjust consistency)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice off the top of the garlic bulb to expose the cloves slightly, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and wrap the bulb in aluminum foil.
Roast the garlic bulb in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and caramelized. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
Once the garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze the roasted cloves out of the bulb and set them aside.
In a food processor, combine the drained and rinsed white beans, roasted garlic cloves, remaining olive oil, lemon juice, fresh sage leaves, salt, and pepper.
Process the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water, one at a time, if the mixture is too thick and you’d like a smoother consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
Transfer the spread to a serving bowl and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and a few extra sage leaves, if desired.
Serve with crusty bread, crackers, or raw vegetables. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1066 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.0 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 777 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.9 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 32.7 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 483 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 1921 mg | 41% | |
*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.
