White Bean Dip

Italy

SERVES 6

INGREDIENTS

​Bean Dip

1 1/2 cups white beans (one 15 oz can)

1 small garlic clove, grated

3 tsp lemon juice

(about ½ lemon)

3 Tbsp olive oil

3 Tbsp minced fresh parsley

¼ tsp Kosher salt

⅛ tsp black pepper

​Garnish

1 Tbsp olive oil, drizzled

1 Tbsp minced fresh parsley

2 tsp balsamic vinegar or lemon juice (optional)

DIRECTIONS

1. Drain and rinse white beans.

2. Put all ingredients in a bowl, except garnish.

3. Purée with a masher or fork. Taste and adjust seasoning.

4. Garnish by drizzling olive oil and sprinkling on some fresh parsley. Serve and enjoy!