Roasted Garlic White Bean Spread With Sun Dried Tomatoes And Basil
Introducing a delightful and versatile addition to your vegan recipe collection—a Roasted Garlic White Bean Spread with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Basil. This creamy, flavorful spread is perfect for serving as a dip, spread on toast, sandwich filling, or even as a topping for salads. Packed with the goodness of white beans, roasted garlic, aromatic basil, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite. Let's dive into how to make this delicious spread!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Cut off the top of the garlic head to expose the cloves, drizzle with a little olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for about 30-35 minutes until soft and golden.
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In a food processor, combine the white beans, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, olive oil, lemon juice, roasted garlic cloves (squeezed out from the skins), salt, and pepper.
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Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure everything is well combined.
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Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice according to your preference.
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If the spread is too thick, you can add a little more olive oil or a splash of water to reach your desired consistency.
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Transfer the spread to a bowl and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, some chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves.
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Serve the Roasted Garlic White Bean Spread with crusty bread, crackers, veggie sticks, or use it as a delicious spread on sandwiches and wraps.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1/4 cup- Calories
- 350 kcal
- Total Fat
- 14 g
- Saturated Fat
- 2 g
- Cholesterol
- 0 mg
- Sodium
- 480 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 45 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 10 g
- Sugars
- 3 g
- Protein
- 12 g
Whether you're hosting a dinner party, packing a picnic, or simply looking for a satisfying snack, this Roasted Garlic White Bean Spread with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Basil is a must-try recipe that will impress vegans and non-vegans alike. Enjoy the process of creating this delicious spread and savor every bite of its delicious homemade goodness!