Gluten-Free Roasted Garlic White Bean Dip
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
This creamy and savory Roasted Garlic White Bean Dip, featuring the mellow sweetness of slow-roasted garlic blended with tender cannellini beans. Its smooth texture and aromatic notes make it an irresistible appetizer, perfect for any gathering.
At a glance: This medium party and appetizers recipe yields 8 servings in about 25 minutes (10 min prep, 15 min cook). It uses 9 ingredients — including cannellini beans, garlic, olive oil — and walks through 5 steps. Updated . Browse more party and appetizers recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Roasted Garlic White Bean Dip: When preparing this party and appetizers recipe, to prevent cross-contamination with gluten, always use clean utensils and cutting boards. Ensure that all packaged ingredients, especially those that are processed, are certified gluten-free, as manufacturing processes can vary In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Roasted Garlic White Bean Dip: This recipe is naturally free from gluten-containing grains, relying on beans and fresh ingredients for its delicious flavor and texture. Ensure all packaged components are certified gluten-free.
Ingredients
- 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 head garlic
- 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp water, or more as needed
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp salt, or to taste
- 0.25 tsp black pepper, or to taste
- 1 bag certified gluten-free corn tortilla chips or vegetable sticks for serving
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice off the top quarter of the garlic head to expose the cloves, then place it on a small piece of aluminum foil. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, wrap tightly, and roast for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and fragrant.
- 2
While the garlic roasts, combine the rinsed and drained cannellini beans, roasted garlic cloves (squeezed from their skins), 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and fresh lemon juice in a food processor. Process until the mixture is mostly smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
- 3
Add the water, chopped fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper to the food processor. Continue to process until the dip reaches your desired creamy consistency, adding another tablespoon of water if it seems too thick. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- 4
Transfer the Roasted Garlic White Bean Dip to a serving bowl. You can serve it immediately at room temperature, or chill it for at least 30 minutes for a firmer texture. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil and garnish with more fresh parsley if desired.
- 5
Serve this delightful dip with certified gluten-free corn tortilla chips or an assortment of crisp vegetable sticks, such as carrots, celery, and bell peppers, for a vibrant and satisfying appetizer experience.
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Tips & Notes
- Use a good-quality extra-virgin olive oil here — the flavor comes through in simple recipes.
- Zest the lemon before juicing — it's nearly impossible to zest after the lemon is squeezed.
- Roasted garlic (400°F, 30–40 min in foil) gives a sweet, mellow flavor ideal for soups and sauces.
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