Creamy Lemon Butter Bean Dip

This is one of those “throw it in the blender and suddenly you’re hosting” recipes. It’s creamy, bright, a little garlicky, and comes together in under 5 minutes. I make this when I want something that feels impressive but requires almost zero effort.

Perfect with crackers, raw veggies, warm bread, or spread onto a sandwich.

Ingredients

• 1 can butter beans, drained and rinsed

• Zest from ½ lemon

• Juice from ½ lemon

• 1 garlic clove, grated (or ½ tsp garlic powder)

• Salt, to taste

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• Optional: 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt (for extra creaminess)

Instructions

1. Add butter beans, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and olive oil to a food processor or blender.

2. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. Taste and adjust salt or lemon as needed.

4. If using, blend in Greek yogurt for a slightly tangier, creamier finish.

Top with a drizzle of olive oil, flaky salt, and paprika before serving.