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Bean dip
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Even though using canned beans is the easiest way to make the dip, you can substitute the canned goods for dried beans and still use our white bean dip recipe. However, as dry beans must first be soaked for at least 8 hours and boiled for 30-60 minutes until they are tender, the cooking does increase considerably. You can vary the dip’s smoothness by only blending until you think it is just perfect. Choose the consistency before adding yogurt, deciding on either a completely smooth, velvety consistency by blending longer or, if you want a coarser dip with a bit of bite, by blending it for a shorter amount of time.
Questions about bean dip
With an easy bean dip recipe like ours, making a savoury treat for when you feel 'snacky' is hassle-free. To learn more about it, have a look at our answers to the most frequently asked questions about it below.
Ingredients
Bean dip
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White beans like cannellini or butterbeans
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1 can |
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Small garlic cloves, crushed
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2 |
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Ground cumin
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½ tsp |
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Ground cayenne pepper
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¼ |
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Coarse salt
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1 tsp |
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Greek yogurt
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250 ml |
Vegetables
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Mixed vegetables like broccolini or brussels sprouts
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300 g |
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Root vegetables like parsnips or carrots cut into wedges
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500 g |
Serve with
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Grissini
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100 g |
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Bean dip with Greek yogurt served with vegetable sticks
White bean dip has a subtle earthy and nutty flavour. Greek yogurt is added to ensure a velvety texture as well as a bit of tang. The thick yogurt's acidity helps brighten the rich dip and make the seasonings taste more pronounced.
The smooth, simple bean dip is hefty enough to stick to the vegetables, ensuring a good mouthful with each bite. Since it is delicious enough for people to keep coming back for more and even double dip, you might want to serve it in individual bowls!
Steamed vegetables or fresh and crispy root vegetables
Whether you prefer tender, steamed vegetables or fresh ones with a lot of crunch, a white bean dip makes for a great companion to your vegetables. The contrast between sweet, crispy root vegetables like carrots, beets, and parsnip and the smooth dip is delectable. But the way the rich dip covers succulent steamed vegetables like slightly bitter broccoli and brussels sprouts is also mouth-wateringly good.
Smooth cumin and garlic bean dip with white beans
Though white beans are quite mild-tasting, their earthy and nutty flavour makes them great for soups, stews, and dips alike. Their mildness lends well to being flavoured with different herbs and spices. Choosing pungent garlic, cumin, and cayenne pepper makes for a great flavour combination.
Cumin has a warm richness that adds a lot of depth to the dip, while the cayenne pepper brings a bit of heat and introduces a slight smokiness. The cumin's slight citrussy flavour helps keep the dip's flavour profile vibrant and allows the aromatic garlic to perfume it without becoming overpowering.
Add your own touch
Experimenting with dips is fun and easy. Since many enjoy a spicy bean dip with a bit of a kick, keep reading to learn about some different ways to turn up the heat.
A chilli bean dip can be made in a few different ways. You can use finely minced fresh chilli, chilli flakes, or chilli powder. Chilli powder usually contains different herbs and spices in addition to ground chilli, so be mindful of how this might impact the overall flavour profile of the dip.
You can also use pre-made spicy salsa if you do not feel like working with fresh chilli. Finally, a jalapeno bean dip with minced jalapenos is also incredibly tasty. You can use either fresh or pickled ones, depending on whether you like the acidic vinegary flavour of the canned ones or would prefer a milder, brighter note.
Use your white bean dip for other foods
To shake things up, try serving our easy white bean dip with garlic alongside different foods. Like guacamole, you can use bean dip for nachos, crisps, and other crispy snacks. It also tastes great with pita bread, flatbread, and toasted baguette if you want a heartier snack or appetiser.
It can also be used as a spread in tortilla wraps, sandwiches, toasts, and paninis or in salads and buddha bowls. It also tastes wonderful with grilled or oven-fried chicken.
