Garlic White Bean Dip

Great with fresh veggies or as a sandwich spread, this dip brings a touch of sophistication and loads of flavor to any meal.

Garlic White Bean Dip

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min.
YIELD: 1-1/2 cups.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup soft bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons dry white wine or water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon snipped fresh dill or 1/4 teaspoon dill weed
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Assorted fresh vegetables

Instructions

  • 1. In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and wine. In a food processor, combine the oil, lemon juice, beans, parsley, garlic, salt, dill and cayenne; cover and process until smooth. Add bread crumb mixture; process until blended. Serve with vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

1/4 cup: 107 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 299mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein.
Diabetic Exchanges:
1 starch, 1 fat.