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    Home » Appetizers » Creamy Cannellini Lemon Feta Dip

    Creamy Cannellini Lemon Feta Dip

    Published: Nov 17, 2016 · Modified: Jan 22, 2020 by Elaine · This post may contain Amazon affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This blog generates income via ads · 16 Comments

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    Creamy Lemon Feta Dip

    This Creamy Cannellini Lemon Feta Dip is an easy appetizer for holiday parties or casual get-togethers. Made with cannellini beans, it is similar to hummus but made without chickpeas. Serve with veggies or pita chips. 

    Creamy Cannellini Lemon Feta Dip. Serve in individual cups with fresh veggies for dipping. What's that? you ask. This Creamy Cannellini Lemon Feta Dip is a fancy name for White Bean Dip. Basically, it's the Italian version of hummus. If you're like me, and not a fan of chickpeas, white beans (or cannellini as they're called by Italians) are an ideal alternative.

    But this appetizer is so much more than just plain white bean dip! In fact, it's been so popular that I've aded it to my collection of 9 Easy Healthy Dip Recipes.

    Creamy Lemon feta dip with veggies

    It has hints of lemon and garlic and a subtle salty flavour from feta cheese. I drizzled the top with a lemon-infused olive oil for some extra flavour, but that's certainly optional if you don't have any on hand. However, if you love those gourmet infused olive oils as much as I do, you might want to try a rosemary infused oil on this one, too.

    Creamy Cannellini Lemon Feta Dip in individual cups

    Ingredients

    cannellini beans: for ease, use a 14 0z can, rinsed and drained. You can also use other canned white beans.

    garlic: fresh cloves are always best, but you could use powdered garlic in a pinch

    lemon juice: fresh squeezed lemon juice gives this dip a nice bright flavour

    feta cheese: crumbled

    salt and pepper: to taste

    Combine all ingredients in a food processor until smooth. This dip is too thick to process in a blender.

     

    This Cannellini Lemon Feta Dip is a perfect appetizer for both summer and winter parties!

    Yes, it is! And let me tell you five reasons why.

    1. it's delicious!
    2. it's nutritious
    3. your gluten-free friends can eat it
    4. you can dress it up and make it look festive with seasonal colours or herbs
    5. you can make it ahead of time

    A great make-ahead appetizer

    When I'm hosting a dinner or a party, I'm always on the lookout for dishes that I can make ahead of time.  I like to relax and spend time with my friends, instead of being stuck in the kitchen. This Creamy Cannellini Lemon Feta Dip is a perfect candidate for a make-ahead dish, as it is actually better the second day, once the flavours have blended.

    Creamy Cannellini Lemon Feta Dip. Here's an easy one for holiday parties. Made with cannellini beans, this is similar to hummus but made wiithout chickpeas. Love how creamy smooth it is! Serve with veggies or pita chips. |www.flavourandsavour.com

    How to serve this white bean dip

    Lots of choices for how to serve this dip! It's fun to serve in individual tiny cups with fresh cut veggies stuffed inside.

    If you prefer to serve it in a bowl, garnish with finely chopped herbs or a little grated lemon zest. Or drizzle with a little olive oil and add a few pomegranate arils and a sprig or two of fresh parsley.

    This white bean dip is a definite crowd-pleaser, and if you offer veggies with it, you'll make your gluten-free friends happy, too.

    Creamy Lemon Feta Dip garnished with pomegranates.

    Creamy Cannellini Lemon Feta Dip

    This Creamy Cannellini Lemon Feta Dip is ideal for holiday parties or casual get-togethers.  It's smooth and creamy with hints of lemon and garlic. Serve with veggies or pita chips.
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Canadian, American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 147.63kcal
    Author: Elaine
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    Ingredients

    • 1 14 oz can (398 ml) white beans or cannellini beans rinsed and drained
    • 2 cloves garlic peeled
    • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
    • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
    • ¼ cup olive oil extra virgin
    • pinch salt and pepper

    Garnish

    • ¼ cup 1 tablespoon olive oil, Italian parsley leaves, pomegranate arils, or fresh herbs for garnish

    Instructions

    • Put all ingredients except 1 tablespoon olive oil in a food processor and blend until very smooth and creamy. *Note: this dip is too thick for a high-speed blender. 
    • Transfer to a shallow serving bowl and garnish with pomegranate arils and chopped parsley. Drizzle with remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
    • Serve with raw vegetable sticks, pita bread triangles, or your favourite crackers.

    Notes

    Calorie count based on ¼ cup serving.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 147.63kcal | Carbohydrates: 12.28g | Protein: 5.31g | Fat: 8.93g | Saturated Fat: 2.38g | Cholesterol: 8.34mg | Sodium: 108.63mg | Potassium: 257.52mg | Fiber: 2.61g | Sugar: 0.66g | Vitamin A: 197.51IU | Vitamin C: 4.18mg | Calcium: 88.97mg | Iron: 1.8mg
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Marion Stairs

      February 13, 2021 at 4:15 pm

      Could you freeze the dip ??

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        February 13, 2021 at 9:00 pm

        I haven't tried freezing this dip. Dairy products often separate and their texture changes when frozen. I'm not confident to tell you that it will freeze well.

        Reply
    2. Denise from Urb’n’Spice

      May 28, 2018 at 8:25 am

      5 stars
      This is one of the most delicious dips I have ever tasted, Elaine! (and I make a lot of healthy dips). Bravo! And so very pretty, too. My hummus has certainly lost status after tasting your gorgeous Creamy Cannellini Lemon Feta Dip. Thanks so much for sharing. We love it! ❤️😋

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        May 28, 2018 at 8:49 am

        Thanks so much, Denise! It’s a favourite with us too.

        Reply
    3. Stacia

      February 02, 2017 at 2:57 pm

      4 stars
      I just made this and it tastes good. I wish I had read the recipe correctly because I added a half of cup of parsley leaves (instead of 1/4) and my dip is tinted pretty green. It would make a nice addition for a Christmas dip or perhaps as Easter "grass" around a vegetable tray. I did find I needed to add a tablespoon more of EVOO to get the consistency my family likes for a vegetable dip.

      Reply
    4. Kiki Johnson

      November 18, 2016 at 12:14 pm

      This sounds amazing! Lemon, garlic, olive oil and parsley ...that sounds like vacations in Greece! I personally prefer white beans over chickpeas as they are lower in calories while still providing all that good protein! Dressing the dip up with pomegranate seeds is a good idea! Might try this for the next dinner party. Thanks for the great recipe
      Cheers,
      Kiki

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        November 18, 2016 at 1:10 pm

        Thanks, Kiki! I didn't know about the calorie count difference. One more reason to like this dip!Thanks for stopping by.

        Reply
    5. Meaghan

      November 18, 2016 at 11:35 am

      This looks so festive and delicious! Will definitely add this to my holiday planning. Great alternative to hummus!

      Reply
    6. Cathy

      November 18, 2016 at 10:38 am

      I'm with you on preparing food ahead of time! It's great to have a hummus alternative for people who don't enjoy chickpeas. I've pinned this one!

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        November 18, 2016 at 10:41 am

        Thanks Cathy! Three cheers for make-ahead dishes!

        Reply
    7. Dana

      November 18, 2016 at 10:25 am

      Elaine, this is *so* gorgeous and festive! I love the colors and the dip itself looks oh-so-smooth. I'd probably "accidentally" eat the entire thing myself. Haha.

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        November 18, 2016 at 10:42 am

        Thanks Dana! And guess what? It tastes even better the second day. Score.

        Reply
    8. Sarah

      November 18, 2016 at 10:23 am

      this looks delicious! pretty much anything with feta and I'm hooked 😛

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        November 18, 2016 at 10:43 am

        Hi Sarah, Thanks! I love feta too, but I think this would be equally as good with goat cheese.

        Reply
    9. kathi @ laughingspatula

      November 18, 2016 at 7:15 am

      Anything with feta gets me! What a beautiful appetizer to serve on T-day and so easy to make....doubt mine would be as pretty as your pic but love the garnish ideas!

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        November 18, 2016 at 10:45 am

        Hi Kathi, Thanks! It's a super easy garnish. I think fresh chopped cranberries would be pretty too.

        Reply

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