Butter Bean Dip With Red Onion and Olives

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Butter Bean Dip With Red Onion and Olives, a healthy and delicious snack

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

240

Sugar

Fat

10g

Butter Bean Dip With Red Onion and Olives is a simple and delicious dip that's perfect for a quick and healthy snack. Butter beans are mashed together with olive oil, salt, and pepper to create a creamy base, while sliced red onion and chopped green olives add a burst of flavor and texture. The lemon zest adds a touch of freshness and acidity to the dish. This dip is a great way to enjoy the health benefits of butter beans in a tasty and satisfying way.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas 4.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, add the butter beans and drizzle the olive oil over them. Season with salt and pepper.
3.	Mix the butter beans with a fork or a potato masher until they are smooth and creamy. Spoon the mixture into an ovenproof dish.
4.	Scatter the sliced red onion and chopped green olives over the top of the dip. Zest the lemon over the vegetables.
5.	Bake the butter bean dip in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until heated through and the vegetables are slightly caramelized. Serve with crusty bread.

PROS

Butter bean dip is a healthy and satisfying snack that is low in fat and high in protein.
It’s also versatile and can be customized with different toppings and seasonings.

CONS

If you’re not a fan of beans, you may not enjoy the taste of this dip.
Additionally, the sodium content can be high if you use canned butter beans.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Butter beans are a great source of plant-based protein and dietary fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar and keep you feeling full. They are also packed with nutrients like folate, iron, and magnesium, which are important for overall health.

	3 cans butter beans , drained and rinsed
	2 tablespoons olive oil
	salt and pepper
	1 red onion , peeled and sliced thin
	10 green olives , stoned and chopped
	1 lemon , zest of
	crusty bread