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Garlic Basil White Bean Hummus Recipe

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This Garlic White Bean Basil Hummus is a creamy, flavorful spread made with cannellini beans, fresh garlic, tangy lemon juice, and aromatic basil. Perfect as a healthy snack or appetizer, it's dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, and easy to whip up in just 15 minutes. Serve it with veggies, crackers, or pita chips for a delicious and versatile dip or use it as a spread or sauce to elevate your meals.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 6 large basil leaves
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling on top
  • Water, to thin if necessary

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients: Begin by rinsing and draining one 15-ounce can of cannellini beans to remove any excess sodium and liquid. Chop 2 cloves of fresh garlic finely to release their flavor. Measure out 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, ½ teaspoon salt, and roughly grind some black pepper.
  2. Process the hummus ingredients: In the bowl of a food processor, combine the rinsed beans, chopped garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and 6 large basil leaves. Pulse the mixture a few times until the ingredients are roughly chopped and combined.
  3. Add the olive oil and create a creamy texture: While the food processor is running, slowly pour in 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Continue to process the mixture until it becomes creamy and smooth.
  4. Adjust the consistency: If the hummus is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time and pulse to thin it out until reaching the desired creamy consistency. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed for seasoning.
  5. Serve and garnish: Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with a little extra olive oil on top, and optionally garnish with additional fresh basil leaves. Serve with pita chips, veggies, or use as a spread or sauce.

Notes

  • *For an extra depth of flavor, try roasting a whole head of garlic and then blending the softened garlic into the hummus. Roasting mellows the garlic and provides a sweet, caramelized taste.
  • This recipe is versatile—refer to the blog post for tips on perfecting the hummus texture and making homemade pita chips to serve alongside.

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