Roasted Red Pepper White Bean Dip
This recipe creates a vibrant and flavorful Roasted Red Pepper White Bean Dip. It combines canned white beans with jarred roasted red peppers, fresh garlic, lemon, and oregano, blended until smooth. Ideal as a healthy appetizer or snack, it's quick to prepare and packed with plant-based goodness.
Equipment
- 1 Food Processor or Blender
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Chef's knife
- 1 Lemon Zester and Juicer
- 1 Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
Main
- 15 oz. can white beans like garbanzo or great northern, drained and rinsed
- 1 small jar of roasted red peppers drained and then roughly chopped
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- zest and juice of 1 large lemon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thoroughly drain and rinse the canned white beans under cold water.
- Drain the roasted red peppers from the jar and roughly chop them.
- Mince the garlic cloves finely.
- Zest and juice the large lemon.
- Combine the drained white beans, chopped roasted red peppers, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and dried oregano in a food processor.
- Process the mixture until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure all ingredients are incorporated.
- Taste the dip and season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your preference.
- If desired, transfer the dip to a serving bowl and chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve the dip with fresh vegetables, pita bread, or crackers.
- For an enhanced presentation and flavor, drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil and garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or a pinch of paprika before serving.
Notes
For optimal flavor and texture, ensure the white beans are thoroughly rinsed to remove excess sodium and starchy residue. While the recipe suggests a small jar of roasted red peppers, using freshly roasted peppers (charred, peeled, and seeded) will significantly enhance the depth and smokiness of the dip. Adjust the amount of lemon juice and zest to your preference; a brighter dip benefits from more zest. When blending, pulse until smooth but avoid over-processing, which can make the dip gummy. Taste and adjust seasoning generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. A final drizzle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh parsley or paprika prior to serving will elevate both presentation and flavor.