Vegan Curry White Bean Dip
Vegan white bean dip with curry is a simple but flavorful and protein-rich dip to eat with veggies, crackers or toast! Simple ingredients and easy preparation mean you can whip up this vegan dip in just 5 minutes all for under two bucks!
This beautiful yellow curry dip is a fave around my house! Its delicious flavor is perfect with cheezy snack crackers and baked zucchini fries. It's great for parties with a selection of other vegan appetizer recipes.
If you are looking for more ways to cook and eat white beans, I think you'll love
these white bean burgers and homestyle baked beans. We also have 59 ways to use canned beans to prepare meals the whole family can enjoy!
Why This Recipe Works
- Only 5-ingredients: Made with easy-to-find and simple ingredients plus some water and salt.
- A spread or dip: It doubles as an easy white bean dip for pita and veggies or you can use it as a white bean spread on top of bread or toast for sandwiches.
- Make ahead: This healthy dip lasts for a few days, making it perfect for meal prep and to use throughout the week.
- Gluten-free: This bean dip with white beans is naturally vegan and gluten-free.
What Goes Into This Recipe
- White beans: Canned beans work perfectly but if you prefer to cook them from scratch that works too. You will need about 1 ½ cups of cooked beans. Use any white bean such as northern beans, cannellini beans, or lima beans.
- Lemon juice: Freshly squeezed lemon is the best option.
- Olive oil: A high-quality extra virgin olive oil with its bright, fruity flavor works really well in this recipe.
- Water: To help thin out the dip a bit.
- Garlic: Fresh garlic is the best flavor option in this simple preparation.
- Curry powder: The warming flavors of curry powder adds so much to the overall taste of this dip and give it a slightly yellow color which looks lovely on vegetable trays and platters.
- Sea salt: Just a touch to bring all the flavors together.
How to Make
If you have a food processor or blender, then making this recipe takes almost no time to make.
- 1) Assemble all your ingredients together and add them all to a blender or food processor.
- 2) Blend or process until the mixture is smooth and creamy. You can leave a little texture but be sure there are no large pieces of raw garlic.
Expert Tips and FAQs
- Like a dip with texture? Use a food processor and pulse in short bursts.
- Want it smoother? Definitely use a blender to make vegan white bean dip.
- Give it a taste: Add more lemon juice and curry powder to your liking.
- Adjust the water: Adjust the amount of water depending on whether you want a thicker or thinner consistency.
- Rinse and drain: The beans are stored in a thick, viscous liquid that you don't want to add to the dip.
- Want more intense lemon flavor? Grate some lemon zest over the top for garnish.
Yes, you can store any leftovers in the freezer for up to 3 months. Be sure to store in an airtight container and thaw it out in the refrigerator when you're ready to eat.
No, chickpeas have a slightly different texture and color than white beans making them different. They are firmer and more beige in color than white beans. In this recipe, chickpeas do not blend into the same light and creamy consistency as other varieties of white beans.
Yes, they are already cooked which means they are completely ready to use. In this creamy white bean dip recipe, they are used at room temperature but in other recipes, you may need to heat them to serve which takes only minutes.
Vegan white bean dip goes with a variety of healthy dippers. You might try pita chips, toasted baguette slices, pretzel sticks, and vegetable sticks/platters. You can also thin it out and use it to drizzle over roasted vegetables or salads. Make sandwiches with this vegan bean spread layered with your favorite veggies and bread.
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Vegan Curry White Bean Dip
Ingredients
- 1 can of white beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 Tablespoons of fresh lemon juice
- 2 Tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon of water
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- ½ teaspoon of curry powder
- ½ teaspoon of sea salt
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to blender or food processor.
- Process until smooth (a little texture is fine but be sure there are no large pieces of raw garlic.)
Notes
- Use a food processor and pulse in short bursts for more texture
- Use a blender to make this vegan white bean dip more smooth
- Add more lemon juice and curry powder to your liking
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Janaye says
A white bean dip ! Yummy looks so good!
Andrea White says
Definitely a great one to have on hand to whip up!
Gina H. says
Never thought of adding curry to a bean dip. What a great idea!
Andrea White says
It brings out such great flavor!
Katie says
This dip is simple to make and super delicious!
Andrea White says
The simples ones are always the best ones!
Tavo says
Loved this curry hummus. I make it quite often now as I live using it as a spread on my sandwiches.
Andrea White says
Love the idea of spreading it on sandwiches! So tasty!
Amanda says
Such a tasty and easy recipe!
Andrea White says
Gotta love the easy ones!
Kelly says
This dip looks fantastic - I'm looking for some good snacks for the next couple of busy weeks at work and will definitely try this one!
Andrea White says
This is a great dip for snacks to have on deck for sure!
Tina G. says
Love how creamy this dip is! It's yummy with veggies and on a wrap too!
Andrea White says
Definitely! It's a keeper!
Teodora says
Yum! I love this dip! So simple, healthy, and delicious!
Andrea White says
It's a fun one!
Keri says
I had some butter beans sitting around and was looking for a great way to use them. This really hit the spot. So yummy!
Andrea White says
Definitely a great way to use them up! So glad you enjoyed them 🙂
Bernice says
Here's a pro tip for all who are considering making this recipe...make a double batch because, wow! We ate the whole bowl and wanted more!
Andrea White says
Ditto! So creamy and delicious!
Jerika says
I'm already loving this Vegan white bean dip with curry!:) It's simple and easy to prepare. It's what I'm looking for in a dip.:) Thanks!
Andrea White says
Nothing like a simple dip to have on hand!
Lucy says
This white bean dip is perfect for a healthy snack. So quick and easy to make, so flavourful and delicious too - the perfect combination!
Andrea White says
Agreed! Such a great dip for snacking with veggies 🙂
Jan says
yum yum yum! I made this for some guests and we all loved it. It is a keeper!
Andrea White says
Simple and delicious!
Lucas says
As a lover of Curry's, this one I can say is one of the best I ever made, and super easy, too!
Andrea White says
Love it! It's a tasty one, alright!
Natalie says
Great idea for a quick dinner snack for my kids. Love your protein-rich dip, thanks!
Andrea White says
So creamy and smooth! Love it!
Jacqui says
This white bean dip is not only affordable and delicious, but also SO easy to make!