Irresistible White Bean Dip
Recipe of the Month: Irresistible White Bean Dip
Anytime is the perfect time for a great dip, but, with March Madness underway having a recipe for a dip that is as nutritious as it is delicious can really go a long way. Every time I serve this dip I get multiple requests for the recipe! This recipe comes from the Physician's Committee for Responsible Medicine and is used in the Food For Life Program.
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Ingredients:
- 1 15-oz can (93 g) white beans, rinsed and drained - I prefer Great Northern Beans
- 2 tbsp (30 mL) lemon juice
- 2 tsp (10 mL) miso
- 1/2 tsp (2.5 mL) iodized salt
- 1/4 tsp (1.2 mL) black salt
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) tahini
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) nutritional yeast
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 to 1/2 tsp (1.2 to 2.5 mL) maple syrup (optional) - adding this tiny amount really does pull all the flavors together!
- 1 to 1 1/2 tbsp (15 to 23 mL) water
Directions:
- In a small food processor or high-powered blender, combine the beans, lemon juice, miso, salt, black salt, tahini, nutritional yeast, garlic, syrup (if using), and 1 tbsp (15 mL) of water.
- Puree, adding 1/2 tbsp (7.5 mL) of water if needed (be careful when adding more water; dip should remain thick).
- Taste, and season with extra lemon, salt, or garlic, if desired.