Creamy Italian White Bean Dip with Crispy Pita Chips
Elevate your snacking experience with this delightful Italian-inspired white bean dip, reminiscent of a smoother, more flavorful hummus. This dip features creamy cannellini beans blended with fresh herbs and zesty lemon juice, creating a rich and vibrant taste. It pairs perfectly with homemade pita chips that are seasoned to perfection. Ideal as an antipasto for gatherings or for a cozy night in, this dip will surely impress your guests and become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
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Servings
100
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pita bread
4 (Split horizontally in half and cut into wedges)
Olive oil
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons (For brushing and pureeing)
Dried oregano
1 teaspoon (For seasoning pita chips)
Salt
1 1/2 teaspoons plus more to taste (For seasoning dip and pita chips)
Fresh ground black pepper
1 1/4 teaspoons plus more to taste (For seasoning dip and pita chips)
Cannellini beans
15 ounces (Drained and rinsed)
Fresh flat leaf parsley
1/4 cup (Chopped)
Fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons (From about 1/2 a lemon)
Garlic clove
1 (Minced)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Using a sharp knife, cut each pita bread in half and then slice each half into 8 wedges. Spread the wedges evenly on a large baking sheet.
3
In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil with 1 teaspoon of oregano, and 1 teaspoon each of salt and black pepper. Brush this mixture generously over the pita wedges.
4
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 8 minutes. Once the time is up, flip the wedges and bake for an additional 8 minutes, or until the wedges are golden brown and crispy.
5
While the pita chips are baking, prepare the creamy white bean dip. In the bowl of a food processor, combine the drained and rinsed cannellini beans, flat leaf parsley, fresh lemon juice, garlic clove, and the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt and 1 1/4 teaspoons of black pepper.
6
Pulse the mixture on and off until it's coarsely chopped. With the processor running, slowly stream in the remaining 1/3 cup of olive oil until the dip reaches a smooth and creamy consistency.
7
Taste the dip and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
8
Once the pita chips are crispy and golden, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve the white bean dip at room temperature with the warm pita chips.
Nutrition Information
6.7g
Fat
9.2g
Carbs
2.5g
Protein
1.7g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Italian White Bean Dip?
It is a smooth and flavorful Italian-inspired dip made from cannellini beans, fresh herbs, and lemon juice, similar to a Mediterranean hummus.
Which type of beans are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for one 15-ounce can of cannellini beans, drained and rinsed.
How do you make the pita chips crispy?
Brush pita wedges with a mixture of olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper, then bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 16 minutes, flipping halfway through.
What oven temperature is required for the pita chips?
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) for baking the pita chips.
Is this white bean dip recipe vegetarian?
Yes, this recipe is classified as vegetarian.
How many calories are in a serving of this dip?
There are 100 calories per serving of the Creamy Italian White Bean Dip.
How do I achieve a smooth consistency for the dip?
While the food processor is running, slowly stream in 1/3 cup of olive oil until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
What seasonings are used for the pita chips?
The pita chips are seasoned with olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Should the dip be served hot or cold?
The dip is best served at room temperature alongside warm, freshly baked pita chips.
How many pita breads do I need for this recipe?
The recipe requires 4 pita breads, split horizontally and cut into wedges.
What kind of parsley should I use?
The recipe specifies using 1/4 cup of fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped.
How much fat is in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 6.7g of fat.
How many grams of protein does this dip provide?
There are 2.5g of protein per serving.
Are there many carbohydrates in this snack?
There are 9.2g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is there any garlic in the white bean dip?
Yes, the recipe includes one minced garlic clove for flavor.
Does the dip contain lemon juice?
Yes, it uses 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, which is roughly the amount from half a lemon.
What is the fiber content of this recipe?
This dish provides 1.7g of fiber per serving.
How many wedges should I cut each pita into?
After splitting each pita in half, slice each half into 8 wedges for a total of 16 wedges per pita.
What total amount of olive oil is used?
The total amount of olive oil needed is 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons.
Can I adjust the salt and pepper levels?
Yes, the instructions suggest tasting the dip after processing and adding more salt and pepper if needed.
What is the preparation method for the beans?
The cannellini beans should be thoroughly drained and rinsed before being added to the food processor.
Is this recipe considered an appetizer?
Yes, it is tagged as an appetizer and an antipasto.
How long do I bake the pita chips on the first side?
Bake them for 8 minutes before flipping them over.
What equipment is needed to make the dip?
You will need a food processor to blend the ingredients into a creamy consistency.
Is there any sugar in this recipe?
The nutritional data indicates there is no sugar in this recipe.
What gives the dip its Italian flavor profile?
The combination of cannellini beans, garlic, olive oil, and fresh flat leaf parsley provides its Italian inspiration.
How many ingredients are required in total?
There are 9 main ingredients in this recipe.
Can I use this as a hummus alternative?
Yes, it is specifically tagged as a hummus alternative due to its similar creamy texture.
How should I spread the pita wedges on the baking sheet?
Spread them evenly in a single layer to ensure they bake uniformly and become crispy.
What is the primary texture of the bean dip?
The goal is to pulse and blend until the dip reaches a smooth and creamy consistency.