SPINACH AND CANNELLINI BEAN DIP

Spinach and Cannellini Bean Dip image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 11m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 (6-ounce) bags baby spinach
1 (15-ounce) can cannelloni beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil, over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add 1/2 of the spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted. Repeat with the remaining spinach. Let the mixture cool for a few minutes.
Place the remaining olive oil, spinach mixture, cannelloni beans, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in the bowl of a food processor.
Blend until the mixture is smooth. Transfer to a small serving bowl. Serve with endive spears, crostini or pita chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calorie, Fat 7.5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 1000 milligrams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 2 grams