Pecan Free White Bean Dip with Rosemary
Creamy, herby, and bright with lemon, this white bean dip is the kind of appetizer that disappears fast at any gathering. Blooming the garlic and rosemary in warm olive oil before blending is the move that sets this recipe apart — it coaxes out deep, savory flavor without any bitterness. Cannellini beans blitz up incredibly smooth in the food processor, especially with that slow drizzle of good extra virgin olive oil pulling everything together. A hit of lemon juice and zest keeps it fresh and lively, while a pinch of cumin adds just enough warmth to make people wonder what your secret is. For anyone navigating nut allergies, this is a naturally safe crowd-pleaser — every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, with no hidden surprises lurking in the pantry. Finish it with a drizzle of olive oil, a scatter of red pepper flakes, and a rosemary sprig, and it looks like something you'd order at a restaurant. Serve it with warm pita, crusty bread, or a spread of raw vegetables and watch it vanish.
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6 servings
- 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp lemon zest
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2–3 tbsp water
For serving
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling (optional)
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp of the olive oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and rosemary and cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic is softened and just golden at the edges and the rosemary is fragrant, about 3–4 minutes. Watch closely, as the garlic can brown quickly. Remove from heat and let cool for 2 minutes.
- 2
Transfer the garlic-rosemary oil to a food processor. Add the cannellini beans, lemon juice, lemon zest, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Process until the mixture begins to come together, about 30 seconds.
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