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White Bean & Sun-dried Tomato Pesto Dip

This White Bean & Sun-dried Tomato Pesto Dip is a must-try! Creamy, flavorful, and perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can cannellini beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 cloves garlic roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves loosely packed
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil quality
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients. Drain and rinse the cannellini beans to remove excess sodium. Roughly chop the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, and set aside the basil leaves.
  2. In your food processor, combine the drained cannellini beans, chopped garlic, basil leaves, and sun-dried tomatoes. Pulse until coarsely blended.
  3. Add the lemon juice, olive oil, and salt to the food processor. Blend on high until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
  4. Taste your dip! If needed, adjust the flavor by adding more lemon juice or salt. Blend briefly to mix.
  5. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and drizzle extra olive oil on top. Serve with crackers, fresh veggies, or toasted bread.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • For a creamier texture, blend longer to fully combine ingredients.
  • Enjoy cold or gently warm it in the microwave or skillet before serving.