Truffle White Bean Dip ~ Lindselicious

Sunday, May 22, 2011

Truffle White Bean Dip

The other day my friend A asked me if I had tried the Truffle White Bean dip from Whole Foods yet. She had me at the word truffle, my interest was peaked, especially since I love any kind of dip or hummus. A told me it was delish, especially when paired with pretzel chips. For a few days the description of the dip stayed in my mind, so I decided rather than go from Whole Foods to Whole Foods in hope of finding it, I would make my own! It was the best decision I made that week, it could be yours too. This dip is so simple and tasty you will fall in love with it. Thanks A for your great find.

These pics are the first that I’ve taken with my new DSLR. Please bare with me as I stumble around and figure out how to use all the functions it offers. Any tips and tricks people want to share are also appreciated!

Truffle White Bean Dip
inspired by Whole Foods

1 can Cannellini beans
1 lemon
1.5 Tbsp. Truffle oil
1 tsp. truffle salt
4 cloves of garlic
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup shredded parmesan
pepper

1. Take four cloves of garlic, with skin on, drizzle with olive oil and bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes. *You can roast a whole bulb, cause who doesn’t love roasted garlic. I just did the 4 cloves in my toaster oven.*

2. Rinse the cannellini beans and place in food processor or blender. Add the zest and juice of one lemon, truffle oil, truffle salt, roasted garlic and parmesan cheese. Blend the mixture until all ingredients are finely combined.

3. Season with pepper (or any other fresh herbs that you like) and mix in the yogurt. *I added some fresh sage on top and it was so good!! I’m sure basil, rosemary and any other fragrant herb would be great as well.*

Servings: 6, Calories: 145, Total Fat 5.2g, Carbs: 19g, Protein: 7.8, Fiber: 4.3g.

Serve with veggies, pita crackers, pretzel chips or any kind of dipper you like. It was also amazing in a sandwich wrap that I had during the week. I subbed the mayo for this flavorful dip!

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lynne · 722 weeks ago

Oh! I love whole foods, but I've never heard of that dip. Your dip sounds amazing!
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Kate@Diethood.com · 722 weeks ago

I love your low cal creations... they are always so tasty! This dip including... I could eat that with just a spoon...no crackers needed. :)

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The Cilantropist · 722 weeks ago

Adding truffle oil and salt to this is *genius!!* And of course I love bean dip (great minds think alike!). :)
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Megan @ Pip & Ebby · 722 weeks ago

I am a super dip-hummus fiend, too. This looks tasty! Can't wait to try!!
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Nami · 722 weeks ago

Hi Lindsey! Whoohoo! Congrats on your new DSLR. The pictures are much sharper and looks really good Lindsey! I don't really know how to give advice as I don't know how I'm taking pictures.... but one thing I can tell. Take pictures with raw format, instead of jpg. My husband edit pictures with light room and oh boy that changes whole picture I take. Before and After picture looks so different. It's dark (I thought it's okay) before but with editing, it looks like I have special light or something... So that's one advice I can think of right now...
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Nami · 722 weeks ago

And totally forgot to talk about your yummy looking dip! I never made dip on my own... I think?? You are always cooking different food (besides Japanese food although you grow up with it). I like how you are very diverse in food selection! Keeping this recipe for summer parties when I have to make dips. :-)
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Karen · 722 weeks ago

Cannellini beans, truffle oil and garlic??? How could you go wrong with those ingredients?! This sounds amazing. I am in love with cannellini beans lately...they are so creamy! Great recreation of this dish. I'm sure it was fantastic.
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Kim - Liv Life · 722 weeks ago

What a dip!!! I could devour the entire bowl in one sitting. White beans are always a favorite, and add some truffle... well, OK!
Congrats on the camera!! You will learn to love it. Take it in baby steps, and don't be afraid to experiment. I have a couple of books that really helped... first I got one on the camera itself, something more detailed than the small instruction book that came with it. Then I found one called "Understanding Exposure" which helped as well. I still refer back to them.
My most important bit of advice is to play around with the white balance... when I take a picture that I'm not certain about the white balance I first do auto, then move down the line to see which works best. Lighting inside can really mess up a pretty photo, so play around with the different balance settings. I'm no expert, but would be happy to try to answer questions if you have any! I use Canon.
Remember, shoot way more than you think you need, you can always delete!!!
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Christy · 722 weeks ago

Congratulations on the new DSLR, you're gonna have fun and be busy with it, I am sure:) I'm also learning, so not the right person to provide you with the tips:)
Don't be too busy with the DSLR that you forget to share yummy dishes like these:p
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"A" · 722 weeks ago

Wow this friend of yours sounds super awesome. EAT THIS WITH THE PRETZEL CRISPS!!!!

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Manu · 722 weeks ago

Cannellini beans are my favorite beans. I love them and I can only imagine how good this dip is with the added truffle flavor!!! Yummmmm!
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Sherilyn · 722 weeks ago

Yum - I love your use of the cannellini beans. Very delicious I am sure.

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Ramona · 722 weeks ago

I think I could eat the entire food processor full of this creamy dip! I have never tried truffle oil, but I can tell with all the other ingredients you have a real winner on your hands!!! I am definitely making this for my next party. Great Job! PS...congrats on your DSLR... I'm hoping for one someday so I know how happy you must be. ..I'm so jealous. : )

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Stephanie · 722 weeks ago

Your dip looks delicious! I love white bean dips - they're healthy but oh so tasty.

Congrats on your new DSLR too! After having mine for a year and never quite getting it on my own (I bought a book but I'm better with hands-on learning), I finally did a workshop. I found it on one of those Groupon-type websites so it was a good deal too. I definitely recommend taking a class if there's one in your area. Now I feel totally comfortable shooting in manual.
For now, read up on exposure and play around with it. Try putting it on "Av" on the dial (that's what it's called on Canon - not sure what kind you have) - it controls the shutter for you and you control the aperture (the amount the lens is open), so you can the dial the aperture to a higher number (less blurry background) or lower (more blurry background).
Make sure you leave it on auto focus (AF/MF switch on the lens) and adjust white balance if photos look too blue or too yellow (press WB button on the back). It's really overwhelming at first, but the more you read up on things and try out different settings, the more you learn and get comfortable. Have fun with it!
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Biren @ Roti n Rice · 722 weeks ago

Congrats on your new camera! This dip with roasted garlic sounds delicious, almost like a hummus. I must remember this recipe when we have company over.
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Juliana · 722 weeks ago

Wow, great idea using beans for making dips, and I love the idea of adding truffle oil...nice flavor touch to the dip. The pictures are great with your new camera. Have a great week Lindsey :-)

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sonia · 722 weeks ago

Hi There, This is looking absolutely delightful. Loved the new combo of ingredients and the recipe is so nicely made and presented. Saving this recipe of urs and wud love to give ur version a try on the coming weekend. Have a great day….Sonia !!!

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Tiffany · 722 weeks ago

This dip sounds so freaking good! I love the inclusion of the roasted garlic and the parm. And OF COURSE the truffle oil! The oil makes it so luxurious!
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Cooking Gallery · 722 weeks ago

This looks delicious and healthy! I don't usually make dips myself, but you're right, dips are actually quite simple to make (and cleaner and healthier when we make ourselves at home...:)).

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Lucy @ Lucy eats · 722 weeks ago

Wow what a great dip, and so healthy too! I'm slowly saving up for a DSLR and hopefully my pictures will start looking as great as yours..
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Sandras Easy cooking · 722 weeks ago

That sounds really delicious! I think that even my kids would enjoy it! amazing photos and presentation..have a wonderful weekend sweetie!!!
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Sue · 712 weeks ago

Bless you for this! I fell in love at first bite with the Whole Foods dip mentioned but it is too expensive to buy regularly. This is as good and within the budget-thanks!

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