Jul 13 2026

Italian Bean Dip Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

garbanzo / tahini / evoo/roasted garlic / femon/marinated olives/roasted pepper/ blistered tomato / grilled flatbread

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Ingredients

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Dip Ingredients

Flatbread Ingredients

Method

Dip Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Garlic

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the garlic cloves in aluminum foil and roast them in the oven for about 20 minutes or until soft and fragrant. Allow cooling slightly, then squeeze the cloves out of their skins.

  2. 2

    Blend the Dip

    In a food processor, combine the garbanzo beans, tahini, roasted garlic, EVOO, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding a little water if necessary to reach desired consistency.

  3. 3

    Add Vegetables

    Transfer the dip to a mixing bowl and fold in the marinated olives, roasted red pepper, and blistered cherry tomatoes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Flatbread Preparation

  1. 4

    Grill the Flatbread

    Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly brush the flatbread with olive oil and grill for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until nice grill marks appear and it becomes slightly crispy.

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