🌿 Creamy Vegan Artichoke White Bean Dip – A Flavorful & Healthy Delight! 🎉
If you’re looking for a dip that’s creamy, delicious, and secretly wholesome, this Vegan Artichoke White Bean Dip is about to become your new favorite. It’s packed with plant-based protein from cannellini beans, richness from tahini or vegan cream cheese, and that irresistible tang from artichokes.
Whether you’re hosting a gathering, prepping game-day snacks, or just craving something cozy with crackers and veggies, this dip is the answer. It’s easy, healthy, and oh-so-satisfying.
🥑 Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans (or great northern beans), drained & rinsed
- 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained & chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp tahini or vegan cream cheese
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast (for cheesy flavor)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Blend the base: In a food processor, combine beans, tahini (or vegan cream cheese), lemon juice, nutritional yeast, olive oil, garlic, mustard, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add the artichokes: Fold in the chopped artichokes and parsley, leaving some texture for a heartier dip.
- Bake it (optional but amazing): Spread into an oven-safe dish and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes until warm and slightly golden on top.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with crackers, toasted pita, or crunchy veggies.
🌟 Tips & Variations
- Spicy kick: Add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- Extra creamy: Use half beans, half cashews (soaked overnight) for a richer dip.
- Make ahead: Prepare the dip a day in advance and reheat before serving.
✨ Creamy, zesty, and packed with flavor — this Vegan Artichoke White Bean Dip is proof that healthy snacks can be just as indulgent as the classics.