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White Bean, Olive, and Thyme Spread – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

White Bean, Olive, and Thyme Spread

A beautiful blend of creamy cannellini beans, briny olives, and earthy thyme, brightened with fresh lemon juice. This Mediterranean-inspired spread is packed with plant-based protein and fiber, perfect for dipping, spreading, or elevating any sandwich. The flavor deepens as it si
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 1/4 cup
Calories: 272
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 cups (625 mL) cooked or canned white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 1/4 cup (60 mL) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon (15 mL / 0.5 fl oz) extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon (5 mL / 0.2 fl oz) dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2 mL / 0.1 fl oz) salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1 mL / 0 fl oz) black pepper
  • 1/4 cup (60 mL) pitted and chopped green or black olives
  • 2 tablespoons (30 mL / 1 fl oz) chopped fresh parsley
  • For the creamiest texture, use cannellini beans. Great Northern or navy beans also work wonderfully.
  • Make this spread a day ahead! The flavors of garlic, thyme, and olive will deepen and become even more delicious overnight.
  • For a sweeter, more mellow garlic flavor, roast the garlic clove before adding it to the food processor.

Method
 

  1. In the bowl of a food processor, combine the drained white beans, chopped garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
  2. Purée the mixture until it is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  3. Add the chopped olives and fresh parsley to the food processor.
  4. Pulse the mixture for about 5 seconds, just enough to incorporate the olives and parsley without fully blending them in.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  6. Transfer the spread to a serving bowl. For best results, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and deepen before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 272kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 10gFat: 14g

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