Pregnancy Friendly Dairy Free Creamy White Bean Herb Dip
Creamy, herby, and genuinely satisfying, this white bean dip is the kind of snack that earns a permanent spot in your rotation. Cannellini beans blitz up into a silky, spreadable base that rivals any store-bought option — without the mystery ingredients or preservatives that can make label-reading during pregnancy feel like a full-time job. Fresh parsley, chives, and thyme bring bright, garden-forward flavor, while a squeeze of lemon and a drizzle of good olive oil tie everything together beautifully. The cumin adds just enough warmth to keep things interesting, and a pinch of red pepper flakes is totally optional if you're keeping things mild. Garlic is minced rather than raw-heavy, so the flavor is present but not overwhelming — a small detail that makes a real difference when your palate is running on high sensitivity. It comes together in a food processor in just a few minutes and keeps in the fridge for up to four days, making it an easy, nourishing option to have on hand for crackers, veggie dipping, or spreading onto toast whenever hunger strikes.
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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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