Best 9 Creamy White Bean Dip Recipes

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Creamy white bean dip, a delectable and versatile dish, has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. Its creamy texture, vibrant flavor, and endless possibilities for customization make it a perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion. Whether you prefer a classic rendition or a modern twist, this article will guide you through the culinary journey of creating the most delightful creamy white bean dip. From selecting the perfect beans to experimenting with various herbs, spices, and toppings, discover the secrets to crafting a dip that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

WHITE BEAN DIP



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This creamy, rich dip with roasted garlic, fresh herbs and sun-dried tomatoes is perfect for snacking and hors d'oeuvres. Try it for game day or your next dinner party -- it gets gobbled up whether you're drinking beer or sipping cocktails.

Provided by Lisa Lotts

Categories     Appetizer

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 head garlic
1 teaspoon olive oil
pinch kosher salt
1 29 ounce can Cannellini beans ((white kidney beans))
3/4 teaspoon fresh chopped rosemary
3/4 teaspoon fresh chopped thyme
1/2 teaspoon fresh chopped sage
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
head of roasted garlic (peeled)
1/4 cup oil packed, sun-dried tomatoes (finely chopped)
drizzle of good olive oil
sprinkle of fresh herbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400.
  • Use a sharp knife and trim the top 1/3" - 1/2" of the head of garlic. Place the garlic in a small piece of tin foil (use the trimmed pieces as well) Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
  • Seal up the tin foil and roast for 30 minutes or until garlic is very tender. Remove from oven and let the garlic rest until it's cool enough to handle. Remove the garlic cloves from the peel and set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil in a small pan over medium high heat until the oil starts to moire and is hot but not smoking. Turn off the heat and immediately add the chopped herbs. The oil will sizzle because of the freshness of the herbs. Swirl the pan so that the herbs are completely coated with the hot oil and set aside.
  • Drain the cannellini beans in a mesh strainer, but DO NOT RINSE THE BEANS. Discard the bean liquid. Transfer the beans to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse several times until the beans resemble a chunky dip.
  • To the bean mixture, add the oil and herb mixture, kosher salt, and lemon juice. Pulse 4 to 5 times to incorporate the ingredients. Add the garlic and lemon juice and pulse to puree the roasted garlic.
  • Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and pulse 2-3 times to combine.
  • Transfer the white bean dip to a serving bowl. Drizzle a little olive oil over the top of the dip and sprinkle with fresh herbs. Serve with pita chips or fresh crudite.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 155 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

WHITE BEAN DIP



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Creamy White Bean Dip is fast and easy to make and packed with garlic and rosemary flavor! Then this dip is topped with a simple olive and sun dried tomato tapenade!

Provided by Nichole

Categories     Appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 15 Ounce Cans Cannellini Beans, Drained and Rinsed (SEE NOTE FOR USING DRIED BEANS)
1/3 Cup Olive Oil
Juice of 1/2 Medium Lemon
4 Clove Garlic (Divided)
1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary
1/2 teaspoon Dried Thyme
1/2 teaspoon Dried Sage
1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper, (Optional)
Salt & Pepper (To Taste)
1/3 Cup Sun Dried Tomatoes,
1/3 Cup Kalamata Olives,

Steps:

  • Place both cans of beans, the olive oil, lemon juice, two garlic cloves, sage, rosemary, thyme, and cayenne in the bowl of a food processor or high powered blender. Pulse until mostly smooth.
  • Taste the dip, and add salt and pepper to taste, then pulse a few more times to incorporate.
  • Place the remaining garlic cloves sun dried tomatoes, and olives on a cutting board. Roughly chop until desired consistency is reached.
  • Pour the dip into a large bowl, top with a drizzle of sun dried tomato oil along with the chopped sun dried tomato, garlic, and olive mixture. Serve immediately with your favorite toasted bread, pita, or vegetables.

LIGHTER CREAMY WHITE BEAN DIP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 1 3/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

2/3 cup reduced-fat 2-percent cottage cheese
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
One 15.5-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons good quality olive oil
Pinch smoked or sweet paprika
Chopped chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine the cottage cheese, vinegar, thyme, beans, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a food processor. Puree until smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Chill 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with the olive oil, sprinkle with the paprika and garnish with chives.

ROASTED GARLIC AND WHITE BEAN DIP WITH ROSEMARY



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The idea of adding a whole head of garlic to a dip might scare you, but compared to its bracing raw counterpart, roasted garlic is sweet and mellow. This dip is garnished with a sprig of sizzled rosemary that's for more than just looks: Frying the herb infuses the olive oil with its fragrance. Spoon the remainder over your finished bowl for a hit of rosemary you wouldn't get with just the minced leaves, then scoop it up with warm pita, cucumber spears, and carrot sticks.

Provided by Sarah Jampel

Categories     snack, dips and spreads, appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 8 to 10 servings (2 1/2 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 head garlic
1 teaspoon, plus 5 tablespoons olive oil
2 (15-ounce) cans white beans, like cannellini, Great Northern or navy beans, drained and rinsed
3 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
1 tablespoon roughly chopped fresh rosemary leaves, plus 1 full sprig
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 pinch of cayenne, plus more for garnish (optional)
1 tablespoon hot water
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt

Steps:

  • Roast the garlic: Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Peel off most of the garlic's outermost skin but leave the whole head intact. Trim about 1/4 inch off the top of the garlic to expose the cloves. Place the garlic on a large piece of aluminum foil, then drizzle 1 teaspoon olive oil over the exposed cloves and close the foil into a pouch. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until you can pierce the center of the head with a knife. Let cool slightly.
  • Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves into the bowl of a food processor. Add the white beans, 4 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, rosemary leaves, black pepper, cayenne (if using), hot water and salt. Purée until smooth, then taste for salt, pepper, rosemary and lemon juice. Adjust as necessary. Transfer to a serving dish.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small heavy skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the remaining rosemary sprig - it should sizzle. Cook until brown and crisp, flipping once, about 1 minute per side, then transfer to the top of the dip as a garnish. Pour or spoon the remaining olive oil, now infused with rosemary, over the top of the dip. Sprinkle with cayenne for a little additional heat.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 117, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 382 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

WHITE BEAN DIP



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An awesome alternative to the usual refried beans and tortilla chips. Serve this dip with pita chips or veggie wheat crackers.

Provided by msjess

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Bean Dip Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 cloves garlic, crushed or to taste
⅓ cup olive oil
1 ½ lemons, juiced
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the cannellini beans, cilantro, garlic, olive oil and lemon juice. Process until smooth, or to your desired consistency. Taste, and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.2 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 191.5 mg

CREAMY WHITE BEAN DIP WITH CHARRED PEPPERS



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     condiment

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup (190 grams) dried white beans, preferably navy beans, picked through for any stony bits
4 to 5 strips of lemon rind plus 1/4 cup (60 grams) lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
1 head garlic, cloves peeled and kept whole (yielding about 1/2 cup/70 grams cloves)
1 to 2 dried red chiles, such as chile d'arbol
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup (56 grams) extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
Charred Baby Bell Peppers, recipe follows, for serving
Flakey salt, for serving
3 tablespoons (42 grams) extra-virgin olive oil
8 ounces baby bell peppers, halved lengthwise
1 lemon, halved

Steps:

  • To make the bean dip: Combine the beans, lemon rind, garlic cloves, chiles and 1 teaspoon kosher salt in a 3- to 4-quart pot and add enough water to cover the beans by about 2 inches. Bring to a boil, lower to a simmer, cover and simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the beans are very tender. Discard the lemon rind and chile pepper and drain.
  • Combine the beans, garlic and lemon juice in a food processor. Season with a couple pinches of kosher salt and black pepper. Puree until smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. While the motor is running, drizzle in the olive oil. Adjust the seasoning with kosher salt and black pepper, as needed. Reserve in the refrigerator.
  • To serve, schmear some white bean dip on a plate. Pile on the Charred Baby Bell Peppers, squeeze on some of the charred lemon and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil. Season with black pepper and garnish with a sprinkle of flakey salt.
  • Heat a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over high heat until smoking. Add the olive oil and swirl it around to coat. When the oil is hot and shimmery, add the peppers and cook, tossing occasionally, for 3 to 4 minutes. Place the lemon cut-side down in the skillet and char simultaneously until deeply browned.

CREAMY WHITE BEAN DIP



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This easy and delicious dip is made with creamy white beans, garlic and lemon. Enjoy this versatile white bean dip with crackers and veggies - or as a spread in sandwiches and wraps.

Provided by bri

Categories     Snack

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (15 oz/14 fl oz/398 ml) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained ((see note 1))
1 clove garlic
2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon lemon zest ((extra for garnish))
½ teaspoon fine sea salt
Red pepper flakes
Chopped flat leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Make: In a food processor, add beans, garlic, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, olive oil, and lemon zest. Pulse until mixture is smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning (with lemon juice and salt), if needed.
  • Serve: Garnish with red pepper flakes, lemon zest, and/or parsley (see note 2).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 196 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY WHITE BEAN DIP



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Sauce     Bean     Appetizer     No-Cook     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Low Cal     High Fiber     Low Sodium     Legume     Fall     Spring     Summer     Winter     Healthy     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes about 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 15-ounce can cannellini (white kidney beans), drained
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large garlic clove, peeled
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel

Steps:

  • Puree first 5 ingredients in processor until almost smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer dip to small bowl. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Mix mint, dill, and lemon peel in small dish; sprinkle over dip.

WARM WHITE BEAN DIP



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Easy and tasty appetizer for the holidays. Keeps guests munching while you are trying to get dinner on the table! Serve with crackers or tortilla chips.

Provided by Elizabeth

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Bean Dip Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cloves garlic, peeled
1 (15.5 ounce) can great northern beans, drained
½ teaspoon ground cumin, or more to taste
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lime juice, or more to taste
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Pulse garlic in a food processor until minced. Add beans, cumin, lime juice, and salt; pulse until all ingredients are well combined, 5 to 10 seconds.
  • With the motor running, slowly pour olive oil through the feed tube and process until mixture is creamy, about 20 seconds. Transfer to a microwave-safe serving bowl.
  • Heat in the microwave on high for 30 seconds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 21.9 mg

Tips:

  • Soak the beans overnight: This will help to soften them and make them easier to cook. If you don't have time to soak the beans overnight, you can quick-soak them by boiling them for 1 minute, then removing them from heat and letting them sit for 1 hour.
  • Use a variety of beans: Don't just stick to white beans! You can also use black beans, kidney beans, or chickpeas. This will give your dip a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Add some vegetables: Roasted red peppers, sautéed onions, or chopped spinach are all great additions to white bean dip. They will add flavor, nutrients, and color.
  • Season to taste: Don't be afraid to adjust the seasonings in the dip to your liking. Add more salt, pepper, garlic, or lemon juice until it tastes just the way you want it.
  • Serve with your favorite dippers: Pita chips, crackers, vegetables, or even tortilla chips are all great options for serving with white bean dip. Arrange a variety of dippers on a platter and let your guests choose their favorites.

Conclusion:

Creamy white bean dip is a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, can be customized to your liking, and is always a crowd-pleaser. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy recipe, give white bean dip a try!

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