This white bean dip is great with tortilla chips or carrots. This quick and easy dip can be whipped up in about 10 minutes.
One thing that you might have noticed when you started dealing with food allergies is the difficulty in finding safe prepared foods.
Once my son was diagnosed with a sesame allergy, it became impossible to buy hummus, due to the tahini, and in fact, many other prepared dips were also unsafe.
Thankfully, it’s very quick and easy to make homemade white bean dip, and I’m happy to report that this easy bean dip is much more delicious than the store bought versions.
Ingredients
- white beans
- garlic
- olive oil
- cilantro leaves
- cumin
- onion powder
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the beans, and place them and the other ingredients in the food processor.
- Pulse until the bean dip is smooth and creamy.
- Taste and add more salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve with chips or fresh vegetables.
Substitutions
- You could use pinto beans or black beans in place of white beans.
- You can use a different fresh herb if you don’t like cilantro. Try fresh dill or parsley!
- You can leave the garlic out if you like.
- Try adding some lemon juice or lemon zest for a refreshing twist.
FAQs
You could make this with a powerful blender if you don’t have a food processor. You could also use a potato masher to mash the beans, but the dip won’t be as creamy if you do it that way.
I do recommend canned beans for the best results in this recipe. If you use dried beans, it will take a lot longer for this recipe. Dried beans require cleaning, soaking, rinsing, cooking, and then cooling. They aren’t the best choice for this dip.
Try any fresh herb that you like! Fresh parsley, dill, or basil would all be good choices for this white bean dip.
This white bean dip is really versatile. You can make it for an after school snack or serve it as an appetizer for a party.
This is a nice thing to have in the refrigerator for those days that are crazy. It’s a good source of protein that’s quick and easy to grab if you’re on the go!
Serve it with crackers or vegetables, or you can even spread it on a sandwich or a wrap. I think you’ll love this simple recipe!
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Recipe
Creamy White Bean Dip with Cilantro and Garlic.
Ingredients
- 30 ounces white cannellini beans drained and rinsed
- 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves peeled and cut into pieces
- ¾ cup cilantro leaves
- 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
- ¾ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a food processor or high speed blender.
- Blend together until mostly smooth (I like to see some bean pieces in there, so I stop blending before it is completely pureed).
- Season with more salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve with fresh vegetables, tortilla chips, or crackers.
Darryl
This is really good with tortilla chips!
Katie
Delicious recipe!
wellandfull
I LOVE this dip, Kelly! I know people can be pretty polarized about cilantro, but it’s actually one of my favorite herbs! :) I love this application of it in a healthy, delicious dip :)
Kelly
I really love cilantro as well! I know that some people say it has an off taste, but I’m so glad that’s not me! :)
Natalie @ Tastes Lovely
I just love cilantro. I don’t understand all those cilantro haters out there. How can you think it tastes like soap!? This white bean dip is great!
Kelly
I know, I never got the whole soap thing! So weird!
Arman @ thebigmansworld
Kelly, those pictures are amazing! I am literally eating my screen.
Well, not literally but almost.
Kelly
Thanks, Arman! :)
genevieve @ gratitude & greens
Bean dips are SO tasty! I also love green dips, regardless of whether or not they turn out to be guacamole. Maybe I *will* save this for April Fool’s, hehe. Yum!
Kelly
Heehee! You could probably really fool some people if you wanted!
marisamoorenutrition
I’m drawn by the amount of cilantro in this dip. Looks like the perfect addition to my lunch bowl.
thespicyrd
Super yum! I am a huge cilantro lover, so this is right up my alley. I love how simple it is too :-) Pinning so I can make it soon!
Jenny Shea Rawn
I am such a cilantro and bean lover – so this looks just perfect! And I have all the ingredients on hand.
Laura @PetiteAllergyTreats
This looks so creamy and delicious! The hunt for more protein is a similar story with me too, but we just found we can tolerate quinoa. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
olivia - Primavera Kitchen
Mmm… looks yummy and easy to make ;-)
Kelly
Thanks, Olivia!
Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop
I love a good bean dip, and cilantro would even make it better! Love the color.
Kelly
Thanks, Kathy!
Maryea {happy healthy mama}
I love cilantro so I’m sure I’d love this! Great looking dip!
Kelly
Thank you, Maryea!
Kristine's Kitchen
I made a big batch of white bean dip this weekend for snacking. This version looks so pretty and flavorful with the cilantro! What a delicious twist on white bean dip!
Kelly
Thanks, Kristine!
Mary Frances @ The Sweet {Tooth} Life
I love a good bean dip too! I really think white beans should be their own food group :) And oh my lanta I adore cilantro. This combo sounds absolutely amazing! Anything dippable is a major win in my book.
Kelly
Thanks, Mary Frances!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice
What a creative dip, Kelly! I love cilantro but have never thought to add it to any dip other than salsa. Sounds delicious!
Kelly
Thank you, Gayle!