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Butter bean dip is quick to make, easy to pack for on-the-go eating and very tasty!
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Butter bean dip
Delicious as a dip, topper or spread. Butter bean dip also makes a fantastic alternative to butter or margarine and what a great way to jazz up a sandwich or wrap.
Author: Cheryl Meyer, Dish & Delite
Ingredients
  • ¼ cup olive oil divided
  • ½ a medium onion, finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon crushed garlic
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 x 410 g tin (250 g drained weight) butter beans, drained and rinsed
  • ½ tablespoon lemon juice
  • salt and pepper, to season
Method
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a pan, add the onion, garlic, cumin and cayenne pepper. Cook, stirring, until the onion is soft.
  2. Add the beans and cook for 5 minutes.
  3. Allow the mixture to cool slightly before blending with the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a food processor or blender until well combined.
  4. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.