Cannellini Bean Dip With Pan-Fried Mint Recipe

Name: Cannellini Bean Dip With Pan-Fried Mint
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the pan-fried mint; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 3/4 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves - large leaves torn in half; For the dip; 3 cups cooked cannellini beans (or navy beans) - well drained; 1 large garlic clove - skinned; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 3/4 teaspoon sea salt; freshly ground black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

For the pan-fried mint
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3/4 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves - large leaves torn in half
For the dip
3 cups cooked cannellini beans (or navy beans) - well drained
1 large garlic clove - skinned
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
3/4 teaspoon sea salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste

1
Heat a small frying pan over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of the oil and mint leaves. Saute until the leaves are crisp and dark green, about 1 to 2 minutes, stirring continuously. Transfer to a small bowl and add the balance of the olive oil. Set aside.
2
Place the beans, garlic, lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper in the bowl of a food processor. Process until smooth, about 1 minute, scraping the sides of the bowl once. Transfer to a serving bowl. Make a well in the center of the dip, pour the fried mint and its oil inside, and serve.
3
Cook's note: The dip can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.

433

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the pan-fried mint, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 3/4 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves - large leaves torn in half, For the dip, and more.

Yes, Cannellini Bean Dip With Pan-Fried Mint falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Cannellini Bean Dip With Pan-Fried Mint

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