Lima Bean Spread / Dip Recipe

Name: Lima Bean Spread / Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; ½ cup minced onion; 1 garlic clove, chopped; 2 cups frozen lima beans, thawed; ½ cup frozen peas, thawed; ½ cup vegetable broth; ½ teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons coarsley chopped flat leaf parsley; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese; coarse sea salt (to garnish) (optional)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
½ cup minced onion
1 garlic clove, chopped
2 cups frozen lima beans, thawed
½ cup frozen peas, thawed
½ cup vegetable broth
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons coarsley chopped flat leaf parsley
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon chopped rosemary
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
coarse sea salt (to garnish) (optional)

1
Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large saute pan over medium heat.
2
Add the onion and garlic and saute until translucent, 3-5 minute Add the beans, peas broth and salt.
3
Reduce heat to low and simmer about 5 minute Drain, reserving the remaining liquid.
4
While the mixture is still warm, puree in a food processor.
5
Slowly drizzle in remaining olive oil while pureeing.
6
Add parsley, lemon juice, rosemary and black pepper and continue to puree.
7
Adjust the consistency with the reserved liquid if needed.
8
The spread should be thick but spreadable.
9
Transfer to a bowl, add the cheese, and mix thoroughly.
10
Refrigerate at least 30 minute before serving.
11
Garnish with sea salt if desired.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, ½ cup minced onion, 1 garlic clove, chopped, 2 cups frozen lima beans, thawed, and more.

Yes, Lima Bean Spread / Dip 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lima Bean Spread / Dip

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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