Vegan Sun-Dried Tomato Dip
Easy to make in a food processor in 15 minutes, this creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Dip uses white beans in place of cream cheese and sour cream. Enjoy it with raw vegetables, crackers, or crusty bread for a taste of summer all year round.
Servings: 4
Calories: 189kcal
Equipment
- food processor
Ingredients
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1-15 ounce can cannellini beans (1½ cups) drained, reserving 2 to 3 Tablespoons of liquid from the can of beans
- 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves
- salt and pepper to taste
- extra drizzle of extra virgin olive oil for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Place the garlic, beans, 2 tablespoons reserved liquid from the can of beans, olive oil, lemon juice, sun-dried tomatoes, and oregano in the bowl of a food processor.1 clove garlic, 1-15 ounce can cannellini beans, 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil, 1 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves
- Process until completely smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl with a spatula, as needed. If more liquid is needed, add an additional tablespoon of reserved bean water. Taste and add salt and pepper, as desired.salt and pepper
- Transfer the dip to a bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil before serving (optional.)extra drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
Notes
Be sure to reserve two tablespoons of the liquid from the can of beans before rinsing them.
Refrigerate the dip for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Or freeze it, leaving a little room at the top of the container for expansion before placing the lid on it.
It will keep in the freezer for 3 months. When you're ready to enjoy it, defrost it in the refrigerator for a day or two before serving.
Nutritional information does not include the optional drizzle of olive oil.
Nutrition
Calories: 189kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 255mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 97IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 3mg
