Chickpea and Cannellini Bean Dip
Elevate your snack game with this creamy and protein-packed Chickpea and Cannellini Bean Dip! This quick and easy recipe blends the hearty goodness of chickpeas and cannellini beans with tahini, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of cumin for a velvety, flavor-rich dip that's ready in just 10 minutes. Perfectly balanced with a touch of garlic and olive oil, the dip can be customized with a sprinkle of paprika or a garnish of fresh parsley for added flair. Serve it with pita chips, crunchy veggie sticks, or slather it on sandwiches for a nutritious and satisfying treat. Naturally vegan and gluten-free, this versatile dip is a must-have for any gathering or snack spread.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 clove garlic clove, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons water or aquafaba (bean liquid)
Directions
Step 1
Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas and cannellini beans into a food processor.
Step 2
Add the minced garlic, olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, tahini, ground cumin, and salt into the food processor.
Step 3
Pulse the ingredients for about 30 seconds to roughly combine them.
Step 4
While blending, slowly add the water (or aquafaba) one tablespoon at a time until the dip reaches your desired consistency.
Step 5
Taste the dip and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or lemon juice as needed.
Step 6
Scoop the dip into a serving bowl and garnish with a sprinkle of paprika and chopped parsley, if desired.
Step 7
Serve immediately with pita chips, vegetable sticks, or as a spread for sandwiches. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (621.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1089.9 |
| Total Fat 66.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2190.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 93.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.9g | |
| Protein 35.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2541.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 10726.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1456.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories