Spinach and Cannellini Bean Dip

Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis, 2008

Show: Everyday ItalianEpisode: Healthy Snacks

Rated: 4 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (44)

RECIPE
COMMENTS & REVIEWS(44)

Cook Time:
4 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
4 to 6 servings

Times:

Prep: 2 min
Inactive Prep: 5 min
Cook: 4 min
Total:: 11 min

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 (6-ounce) bags baby spinach
1 (15-ounce) can cannelloni beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil, over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add 1/2 of the spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted. Repeat with the remaining spinach. Let the mixture cool for a few minutes.

Place the remaining olive oil, spinach mixture, cannelloni beans, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in the bowl of a food processor.

Blend until the mixture is smooth. Transfer to a small serving bowl. Serve with endive spears, crostini or pita chips.

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Shira Marlton, NJ 01-28-2010
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simple and healthy
Rated: 4 stars out of 5

I made this for my aunt and mother today for lunch. I served it with cut up veggies and mini whole wheat pitas for dipping. ... We all were first not so impressed until the flavor snuck up on us and we were soon wanting more. The dip is really satisfying and healthy. I am looking forward to leftovers tomorrow.Read more
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peter fairfax, CA 01-21-2010
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LOVE THIS DIP
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

SOME THING SO SIMPLE AND FAST IS JUST SO GOOD. IAM PRINTING UP COPIES TO SEND TO FRIENDS AND FAMILY. OUR NEXT MAKE WILL... HAVE SOME TOASTED PINE NUTS IN IT. THANX GIADA PNHRead more
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Chelsea Nashville, TN 01-17-2010
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LOVE THIS DIP!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

All I can say is WOW! I saw Giada make this on her show and thought I would give it a try. It turned out ten times better... than I ever could have imagined! I don't have a food processer, so I just made it in the blender and it turned out great. I used more balsamic than she said to in the recipe, I think it gives it a really great bite and adds flavor. I tried eating it with the endive slices like she did in the show, but ended up liking it more with pita chips. A great tasting way to fool picky eaters into eating veggies!Read more
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Laura Chatham, NJ 01-13-2010
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Tasty and healthy
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This dip tastes great and is good for you too.
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Merci Fairbanks, AK 01-12-2010
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Healthy, delish, and easy - A real winner Giada!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I made this dip exactly as Giada did on TV! used COSTCO's pita chips and celery as dippers! Yummy... This would be HARD to... beat. It's really excellent and I highly recommend it! * a bit more balsamic or lemon wouldn't hurt a bit*Read more
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Jenna Oviedo, FL 01-06-2010
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healthy, easy and delicious
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I actually added more garlic but I love garlic. Definitely use the balsalmic vinegar, I was wary at first because I thought... it would be overpowering, or even worse sweet when I'm going for a savory dip, but it was perfect in the dip. I used it as a snack with pita chips and topped a chicken breast. HEALTHY, EASY & DELISH!Read more