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Basil White Bean Purée

A creamy and flavorful purée made with white beans and fresh basil.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked white beans
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a blender, combine the white beans, basil leaves, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
  2. 2. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add a little water or more olive oil to reach the desired consistency.
  3. 3. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  4. 4. Transfer the purée to a serving bowl and serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Basil, Purée, White Bean
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