Vegan Bean Spread

Creamy, flavorful, and effortlessly nutritious, this Vegan Bean Spread is the perfect plant-based addition to your snack or meal rotation. Made with hearty white beans, nutty tahini, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of smoked paprika, this quick 10-minute recipe delivers a velvety, protein-packed spread that’s bursting with savory goodness. Its foolproof preparation only requires a food processor, making it easy to whip up for last-minute gatherings or meal preps. Serve it as a dip for fresh veggies, a topping for toast, or a luscious spread for sandwiches. With its balanced blend of wholesome ingredients and bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this vegan bean spread is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy, dairy-free alternative to traditional dips. Perfect for vegans, vegetarians, and anyone craving a guilt-free treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups cooked white beans (such as cannellini or navy beans)
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic clove, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons water (or more as needed for consistency)
• 1 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the cooked white beans if using canned beans.

Step 2

In a food processor or blender, combine the white beans, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Step 4

Add water one tablespoon at a time and blend until the desired consistency is reached. The spread should be smooth but thick enough to hold its shape.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, cumin, or lemon juice to balance the flavors.

Step 6

Transfer the bean spread to a serving dish. If desired, garnish with chopped fresh parsley or an extra drizzle of olive oil.

Step 7

Serve immediately with crackers, vegetables, toasted bread, or as a spread for sandwiches. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(129.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	476.5

Total Fat 46.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 629.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 9.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 1.0g
Protein 7.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2345.9mg	0%
Iron 10716.1mg	0%
Potassium 250.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 86.5%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 7.5%