Lupin Free Cilantro-Lime Carrot & White Bean Snack Box
Bright, zesty, and genuinely satisfying, this snack box is the kind of thing you'll want to meal-prep on a Sunday and feel good about all week long. The creamy white bean dip comes together in a food processor with olive oil, fresh lime juice, garlic, cumin, and turmeric — a combination that's earthy, citrusy, and just a little bit addictive. A quick cilantro-lime drizzle spooned over the top adds a pop of fresh green flavor that takes the whole thing from simple to seriously impressive. Lupin, a legume increasingly found in gluten-free flours and protein-boosted snack products, is completely absent here — every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify at a glance. Cannellini or navy beans do all the heavy lifting in the dip, delivering a smooth, protein-rich base without any of the cross-contamination concerns that can come with packaged dips or store-bought hummus alternatives. The carrot sticks add satisfying crunch, and a pinch of red pepper flakes gives you just enough heat to keep things interesting. Pack it up for lunches, afternoon snacking, or a light appetizer — it keeps in the fridge for up to three days and honestly gets better as the flavors settle.
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2 servings
For the white bean dip
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans (cannellini or navy), drained and rinsed
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the cilantro-lime drizzle
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, loosely packed
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 pinch salt
For the snack box
- 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Peel the carrots and cut them into sticks roughly 3–4 inches long and ½ inch wide. Divide evenly between two snack boxes or containers and set aside.
- 2
Add the drained white beans, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lime juice, garlic, cumin, turmeric, salt, and black pepper to a food processor. Process until smooth and creamy, about 60 seconds, scraping down the sides once halfway through. If the dip is thicker than you'd like, add water 1 tsp at a time and pulse until it reaches a spreadable consistency.
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