This spicy white bean dip is the perfect pairing for fresh pita chips! It's a refreshing, light snack with loads of wasabi ginger flavor.
This creamy white bean dip is made even better with zesty wasabi, aromatic ginger, and buttery-smooth avocado. Serve this no-cook recipe with fresh veggies, crackers, or the most delicious homemade pita chips -- Don't worry, I'm including that recipe, too!
What you'll love most about this snack:
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- Easy - The food processor does all the work for this white bean dip! If you choose to make the pita chips, it's a super simple sheet pan oven recipe. Great for beginners who want to explore flavors!
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- Flavorful - Wasabi, ginger, and avocado give this appetizer a unique flavor and beautiful color! Would pair great with Crispy Sesame Shrimp and Honey Garlic Cauliflower Wings.
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- Versatile - This is a crowd favorite for parties, especially summer pool parties or potlucks. It also works great as a midday snack! You won't waste a drop... It even works as a spread in wraps or sandwiches!
White Bean Dip Ingredients
- White beans: Drain and rinse your can. If you prefer using dried beans, simply cook and drain before using.
- Avocado, Ginger, and Wasabi paste: Avocado makes the absolute creamiest of dips, and it balances out the kick you get from ginger and wasabi.
- Olive oil, Salt, and Lime juice: These basics bring out the best flavor in our star ingredients! Higher quality olive oils will taste better in this recipe.
How to make Spicy White Bean Dip
This recipe could not be easier! Using a large food processor (at least 7-cup capacity, fitted with a steel blade), combine all dip ingredients. Blend until smooth, then taste. Add additional wasabi, salt, or whatever else you would like to taste.
What to serve with this appetizer
We love this white bean dip garnished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds with a side of fresh, sliced veggies or with our favorite homemade pita chips (recipe is below and in the recipe card)! If serving for a party, this would be an amazing appetizer followed up with Maple Garlic Wings or Chili Lime Skewers.
Pita Chip Recipe
Pita chips are so easy to make and taste way better than store-bought versions! For this one, you will need pita bread, olive oil, sesame oil, salt, pepper, and sesame seeds.
Preheat your oven to 400°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone liners. Cut pita bread into wedges and arrange neatly on the baking sheets. Brush each piece with both oils, then sprinkle with sesame seeds, salt, and pepper. Bake for about 7 minutes or until crispy and light golden.
Storage
The white bean dip should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Avocado can darken as it oxidizes, but you can preserve it longer by keeping it in a container with as little air as possible. You could lightly press plastic wrap over the top of the dip before closing the lid.
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Spicy White Bean Dip
Ingredients
Avocado Wasabi Dip
- 1 19-ounce can white beans drained and rinsed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 2 teaspoons wasabi paste *see note
- juice from 1 lime
- 1 avocado
Sesame Pita Chips
- 6 rounds pita bread white or whole wheat
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- salt & pepper
- sesame seeds ¼ cup or so
Instructions
Avocado Wasabi Dip
- In the base of a 7-cup food processor fitted with a steel blade, combine all dip ingredients and blend until smooth.
- Add additional wasabi to taste.
Sesame Pita Chips
- Pre-heat oven to 400°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cut the pita bread into wedges and arrange on the baking sheets.
- Brush with oil, then sprinkle with sesame seeds and salt and pepper.
- Bake for 7 or so minutes, until lightly golden and crispy.
- Repeat with remaining pitas until complete.
Tips:
Calories 216 // Fat 11 g // Saturated Fat 2 g // Cholesterol 0 mg // Sodium 103 mg // Carbohydrate 25 g // Fiber 6 g // Sugars 2 g // Protein 7 g Nutritional Information (Chips)
Calories 319 // Fat 17 g // Saturated Fat 2 g // Cholesterol 0 mg // Sodium 371 mg // Carbohydrate 35 g // Fiber 2 g // Sugars 1 g // Protein 7 g * wasabi flavor is prominent but the spice is not. If you want it spicy, add even more! Dip keeps in a refrigerated sealed container for 2 days, however the color is brightest immediately after preparing. Pita chips keep for several days in a sealed container.
Nutrition Information
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