Emulsifier Free Dairy Free Creamy White Bean Herb Dip
Creamy, herby, and genuinely satisfying, this white bean dip is the kind of thing you'll want to keep stocked in the fridge at all times. Cannellini beans blended with fresh parsley, chives, thyme, and a bright hit of lemon juice create a dip that tastes far more indulgent than its simple ingredient list suggests. Store-bought dips and spreads are notorious for sneaking in emulsifiers and stabilizers to achieve that smooth, creamy texture — here, the creaminess comes entirely from the beans themselves, a splash of good olive oil, and a little water added gradually until the consistency is just right. No additives, no shortcuts, just real food doing exactly what it's supposed to do. The garlic and cumin add quiet depth, while the optional pinch of red pepper flakes gives it a gentle kick if you're in the mood. It comes together in a food processor in just a few minutes and keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to four days, making it an easy go-to for snacking, spreading, or serving alongside whatever you're putting on the table.
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6 servings
- 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves, loosely packed
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2–3 tbsp water, as needed
- pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
For serving
- extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling (optional)
- fresh parsley or chives, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the cannellini beans, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, chives, thyme, cumin, salt, and black pepper to a food processor.
- 2
Process for about 30 seconds, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula, until the mixture begins to come together.
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