Looking for a versatile vegetarian dip for your next gathering? My Artichoke Bean Dip recipe is just the thing.
Artichoke Bean Dip with Sweet Onion
After buying a lot of canned artichokes last time I popped into our local discount store, I searched for a new recipe to use some in as soon as I got home. I found an old Cooking Light recipe on their website for a Sweet Onion, White Bean and Artichoke Dip (recipe link). I enjoy a good bean dip, and sweet onions and artichokes are favorites of mine, so I picked up some white beans and dug out the food processor and decided to make my own spin on this artichoke bean dip recipe.
Artichoke Bean Dip Recipe: Tweaks
Beyond the three primary ingredients, I veered off quite a bit on this vegetarian bean dip recipe. I adjusted to my personal taste, scratching a number of seasonings and reducing the massive quantity of garlic called for in the original version. The recipe was circa 2004, I thought the 1990's garlic obsession in American food had simmered down a bit by then, but it was live and kicking here.
Results
I am quite pleased with this pared down Artichoke Bean Dip Recipe. It is smooth & creamy, and the three ingredients that drew me to the recipe in the first place shine through. It would also make a fantastic vegetarian sandwich spread. I am dying to smear on Ciabatta bread with grilled eggplant, feta & a drizzle of smoked olive oil... and may just do so for lunch today.
Artichoke Bean Dip recipe with Sweet Onion
Ingredients
- 2 tbs. olive oil
- 1 cup Vidalia or other sweet onion, chopped
- 1 pinch Kosher salt
- 1 clove garlic large
- 1 tbs chives ,fresh chopped (scallions or green onions are fine if you don't have chives)
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon thyme leaves standard thyme or oregano will do if need be
- 15 oz can white beans ,drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon Sambal Oelek Garlic Chili Paste*
- 14 oz can artichoke hearts , drained
Instructions
- Place skillet on med-high heat, add oil, once hot, add the onions and pinch of salt. Saute until edges brown just a little, then add garlic and herbs to hot pan and remove from heat.
- Combine everything in food processor and pulse until smooth and creamy.
- Serve with veggies, pita, or as a sandwich spread.
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Lolo says
This sounds great!