1canwhite beans15 ounce can or approximately 1 ½ cups of beans. Use cannellini, great northern or navy beans.
2 -3Tablespoonsolive oil
2tablespoonslemon juice
1lemon zest from one lemonfinely grated
1clovegarliccoarsly chopped
1teaspoonfresh thyme
½teaspoonsalt
¼teaspoonsmoked paprika
Garnish
olive oil
smoked paprika
kosher saltor coarse salt
Instructions
Place beans in a colander and rinse well with water. Drain off all excess water.
1 can white beans
In a food processor bowl, place beans, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, thyme, paprika and salt.
2 -3 Tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 lemon zest from one lemon, 1 clove garlic, 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
Puree for about 30 seconds until smooth.
Scrap down the sides with a spatula and taste. Add a bit more salt if needed and additional olive oil if you want a smoother dip. Puree for 5-10 seconds.
Remove dip from food processor and place in a bowl.
Just before serving, drizzle olive oil over the top of the dip and sprinkle with a bit of paprika and fresh thyme.
olive oil, smoked paprika, kosher salt
Notes
Be certain to rinse and drain your beans before using
If making ahead of time, cover and refrigerate until ready to use.