Pregnancy Friendly Roasted Garlic White Bean Dip
Creamy, deeply savory, and packed with plant-based protein, this white bean dip is the kind of snack that feels indulgent while actually doing your body a lot of good. Cannellini beans bring a hefty dose of folate and iron — two nutrients that matter enormously during pregnancy — and they blend into a silky, satisfying base that rivals anything you'd find at a restaurant. Roasting a whole head of garlic low and slow transforms it into something sweet and mellow, so you get big flavor without any harsh bite. Fresh lemon juice and a whisper of smoked paprika keep things bright and interesting, and the whole thing comes together in a food processor with no complicated steps. It's a smart alternative to store-bought dips, which can sometimes contain preservatives or additives you'd rather avoid right now. Serve it with pita, crackers, or a rainbow of raw vegetables for a snack that genuinely earns its place on the table.
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6 servings
For the roasted garlic
- 1 whole head garlic
- 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
For the dip
- 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
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2–3 tbsp water, as needed
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped (optional)
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Place the garlic head cut-side up in a small baking dish or oven-safe skillet, drizzle with 1 tsp olive oil, and wrap tightly in aluminum foil.
- 2
Roast the garlic for 40–45 minutes, until the cloves are deeply golden, completely soft, and fragrant. Remove from the oven and let cool, still wrapped, for 10 minutes.
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