Zesty White Bean Dip Recipe

Name: Zesty White Bean Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon virgin olive oil extra-; 1 cup diced yellow onion; 1/4 cup vegetable broth; 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast or 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese; 4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon tahini; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 1/3 cups cannellini beans drained and rinsed; 1/4 cup unsalted cashews; 3/4 teaspoon sea salt plus more to taste; 1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon flat leaf parsley finely chopped, optional; 1 tablespoon chives finely chopped, optional

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon virgin olive oil extra-
1 cup diced yellow onion
1/4 cup vegetable broth
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast or 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon tahini
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 1/3 cups cannellini beans drained and rinsed
1/4 cup unsalted cashews
3/4 teaspoon sea salt plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon flat leaf parsley finely chopped, optional
1 tablespoon chives finely chopped, optional

1
In a small skillet over medium heat, saute the olive oil and onion for about 5 minutes, until soft and translucent. Allow to cool slightly.
2
Place the broth, nutritional yeast or parmesan, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, beans, cashews, salt, paprika, cayenne, and cooked onions in the blender jar of the KitchenAid(R) Pro Line(R) Series Blender. Secure the lid and blend for about 30 seconds, starting on speed 1 and gradually increasing to speed 8, until smooth and creamy.
3
Transfer to a bowl, and stir through the parsley and chives, if desired.
4
Serve as a dip with crackers, tortilla chips, or veggie sticks; or slather on sandwiches or wraps. The dip will keep in the fridge in a sealed container for about 5 days.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon virgin olive oil extra-, 1 cup diced yellow onion, 1/4 cup vegetable broth, 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast or 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Zesty White Bean 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.

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Zesty White Bean Dip

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