Eggless Cilantro-Lime White Bean Dip with Veggie Dippers
This creamy, vibrant dip is the kind of thing that disappears from the table before anyone even realizes it's gone. Cannellini beans blended with fresh cilantro, bright lime juice, garlic, and a warm hint of cumin and turmeric create a dip that's rich and satisfying without a drop of dairy or egg in sight. The whole thing comes together in a food processor in just a few minutes, making it genuinely one of the easiest crowd-pleasers you can put on a snack board. Because every ingredient here is naturally egg-free — no mayo, no aioli, no hidden binders — you can serve it confidently to anyone with that restriction without a second thought. A generous drizzle of olive oil and a swirl of fresh cilantro on top make it look far more impressive than the effort involved. The rainbow of carrot sticks, cucumber spears, red bell pepper strips, and broccoli florets alongside gives you something crisp and colorful to scoop with, turning a simple dip into a full spread. Whether you're hosting a party or just want a wholesome afternoon snack, this one earns a permanent spot in the rotation.
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6 servings
For the dip
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, loosely packed
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2–3 tbsp water, as needed to thin
For the veggie dippers
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 medium persian cucumbers, sliced into spears
- 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
- 1 cup broccoli florets
For serving
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped, for garnish (optional)
- pinch of red pepper flakes, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the garlic to the bowl of a food processor and pulse 4–5 times until finely minced.
- 2
Add the drained white beans, olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, cumin, turmeric, salt, and black pepper to the food processor. Process for about 1 minute, scraping down the sides once, until the mixture is mostly smooth.
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