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Air Fryer White Bean Dip With Rosemary - Simple, Creamy, and Fast

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed (or use great northern beans)
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary leaves, plus more for garnish (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 lemon (zest and 2–3 tablespoons juice)
  • 1/4–1/2 cup warm water (or aquafaba from the cans)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional boosts: pinch of red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan, 1 teaspoon white miso, or 1 tablespoon tahini
  • To serve: pita chips, sliced baguette, raw veggies, or warm flatbread

Method
 

  1. Prep the aromatics: Toss the garlic cloves and rosemary with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt. Place in a small heatproof dish or on a piece of foil that fits your air fryer basket.
  2. Air fry until fragrant: Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 3–5 minutes, shaking halfway. The garlic should soften with light golden spots, and the rosemary should smell toasty but not burnt.
  3. Rinse the beans: Drain and rinse the cannellini beans. Set aside. Save the can liquid if you want to use it instead of water for extra body.
  4. Blend the base: In a food processor or high-speed blender, add the beans, toasted garlic and rosemary (plus any oil from the dish), lemon zest, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  5. Add liquid for creaminess: With the motor running, stream in 1/4 cup warm water (or aquafaba). Blend until smooth, about 30–60 seconds. Add more water, a tablespoon at a time, until it’s creamy and dippable.
  6. Taste and adjust: Add more lemon juice, salt, or pepper to balance. If you want extra depth, blend in red pepper flakes, Parmesan, miso, or tahini. Pulse to combine.
  7. Warm (optional): For a cozier dip, scrape into an oven-safe dish and return to the air fryer at 300°F (150°C) for 3–4 minutes, just to warm through.
  8. Finish and serve: Swirl into a shallow bowl. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil, sprinkle extra chopped rosemary, and add a few cracks of pepper or red pepper flakes. Serve with your favorite dippers.