White Bean Dip with Roasted Peppers and Thyme

This white bean dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. It's made with white beans, roasted red peppers, olive oil, lemon juice, thyme, salt, and pepper. The beans are cooked until tender and then mashed with the other ingredients until smooth and creamy. The dip is then transferred to a serving bowl and sprinkled with parsley. Serve with pita chips, crackers, or vegetables.

This white bean dip recipe was inspired by a trip to the Mediterranean. I was on a tour of a local market when I came across a vendor selling a variety of dips and spreads. One of the dips was a white bean dip that looked particularly delicious. I asked the vendor for the recipe, and he was happy to share it with me. I've been making this dip ever since, and it's always a hit with my friends and family.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 (15 ounce) can white beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, drained
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Combine the beans, roasted peppers, olive oil, lemon juice, thyme, salt, and pepper in a food processor.
2. Process until smooth and creamy.
3. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and sprinkle with parsley.
4. Serve with pita chips, crackers, or vegetables.

Why It Works

• The white beans provide a creamy base for the dip.
• The roasted red peppers add a smoky and sweet flavor.
• The olive oil adds richness and body to the dip.
• The lemon juice brightens the flavors of the dip.
• The thyme adds a herbaceous flavor to the dip.
• The salt and pepper season the dip to perfection.
• The parsley adds a fresh and vibrant flavor to the dip.