Course: Appetizer, Dip, Party Recipe, Tailgating Recipe
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Brio Tuscan Grille
Ingredients
One 15-ounce can Cannellini Beansdrained and rinsed
1/2teaspoonroughly chopped Garlic
1tablespoonfresh squeezed Lemon Juice
3ouncesExtra Virgin Olive Oil
Kosher Salt and freshly ground Black Pepperto taste
Artichoke Salad (Recipe below)for serving
1ounceArugulafor garnish
2tablespoonsBalsamic Dressingfor garnish
Grated Parmesanfor garnish
Warm Pita Bread, Crackers, assorted veggies, for serving
Instructions
Place cannellini beans, garlic, lemon juice and olive oil into a food processor, fitted with a blade attachment, or a blender. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Purée until well-blended, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides. The puree does not need to be completely smooth.
Taste. Add salt and pepper, to taste, if needed.
To Serve
Place bean dip in a shallow serving bowl or dish.
Using the back of a spoon, make a small well in the middle of the dip. Spoon in artichoke salad.
Top with arugula.
Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette.
Garnish with grated Parmesan.
Serve with warm pita bread, crackers and assorted veggies for dipping.