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Crudites with Garlicky White Bean Dip




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List of Ingredients




1 tsp olive oil, extra-virgin
3 medium garlic clove(s), minced
15 1/2 oz canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 Tbsp water
1/8 tsp table salt, or to taste
1/8 tsp black pepper, or to taste
1/2 tsp paprika, or chopped fresh parsley (optional)
1 1/2 cup cherry tomato(es), about 12 average
1 small cucumber(s), cut into spears
1 small yellow pepper(s), or red pepper, cut into thick slices
3 medium carrot(s), peeled and cut into sticks




Recipe



To prepare dip, heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat and sauté garlic, stirring constantly, until garlic just begins to turn golden, about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

In a food processor, combine garlic-olive oil mixture, beans and lemon juice. Process until smooth, slowly adding 1 to 2 tablespoons of water to obtain a thick yet creamy consistency. Season to taste.

Transfer dip to a bowl and garnish with paprika or chopped parsley, if desired. Place dip on serving platter and arrange pepper, tomatoes, cucumber, and carrots around it.