I am known for being an avid dipper. I love anything I can spread on sandwiches and also dip chips, veggies, pita and pretzels in. That includes some of my favorites like hummus, Baba Ghanoush and this Creamy Dill Greek Yogurt Dip. When I am hungry in the afternoon if I can have already made dips ready I am guaranteed a much healthier snack.
 

 

White Bean Artichoke Dip is not only healthy but tastes delicious. I love the addition of the cayenne pepper to give it some kick but you can leave that out if you aren’t into spice. I have tried a variety of spices in this dip and there are a lot of nice options. I love the fresh basil and parsley but you can also add oregano or an Italian seasoning blend.
 

 

 

 

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White Bean Artichoke Dip

Yield: 4-6

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

White Bean Artichoke Dip is a healthy appetizer, snack or spread for sandwiches. White beans, artichokes, lemon juice, olive oil, cayenne pepper, basil and garlic are blended and topped with fresh basil and parsley to create a healthy, flavorful dip.

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Ingredients

For the White Bean Artichoke Dip:

• 1 - 15 oz. can of white beans, drained and rinsed
• 4 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
• 6 oz. marinated artichoke hearts + 2 teaspoons of the marinade that the artichokes are in {optional for flavor}
• 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 6-7 fresh basil leaves + more for garnish
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne red pepper
• 1/2 lemon, juiced {about 2 Tablespoons for me} + lemon zest for garnish
• Salt and pepper to taste

Garnishes:

• Fresh basil
• Fresh parsley
• Lemon Zest
• Extra cayenne pepper

Instructions

1. Place the white beans, garlic, artichokes and marinade in the food processor and blend for 1 minute. Slowly add the 2 Tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil as you run the motor and blend for another 1 minute or until the dip begins to become smooth and creamy. Add the basil leaves, cayenne pepper, lemon juice and continue to blend until well combined and creamy. Add the salt and pepper to taste.
2. Put the dip into a serving bowl and garnish with fresh basil, parsley and lemon zest. Serve with pita chips and vegetables.

Notes

If your dip is too chunky add more lemon juice or extra virgin olive oil as need to thin it out. You want to be careful not to add too much liquid as it can water down the dip and make it too thin.

For the spices I like to taste the dip as I go to determine if it needs more flavor. The cayenne pepper gives it a nice kick but you can add more basil, parsley or other herbs as you wish.

If you like this recipe check out these other dip recipes:

Baba Ghanoush //  Eggplant Dip {Baba Ghanoush} is a light, healthy dip made from roasted eggplant, tahini, lemon juice, garlic and olive oil. This is a Mediterranean favorite and perfect with pita bread or vegetables.

Black Bean Dip with Queso Fresco // Black Bean Dip with Queso Fresco comes together in under 10 minutes and makes a nice appetizer for a party or game day or spread on your weekday sandwiches.  Grab a big bowl chips and get ready to devour this creamy, Mexican black bean dip.

Lemon Hummus // Lemon Hummus is light, lemony and a great dip for your pita bread.  This also makes a great spread on sandwiches, giving them that extra lemon flavor.  Lemon lovers might become addicted so beware. 

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