Avocado White Bean Dip

Creamy, punchy and endlessly scoopable, this avocado white bean dip lands somewhere between guacamole and hummus—only smoother and a little more unexpected. Cannellini beans give it body without weighing things down, while ripe avocado adds a buttery richness. Lime juice keeps it bright, chipotle sauce brings a slow burn, and cumin adds just enough earthiness to pull everything together.

The flavors meld in the food processor as the garlic and onion powders mingle with cilantro’s grassy bite. What starts out looking like a heap of pale ingredients transforms into a silky, pale green swirl flecked with herbs and spiked with heat. Serve it as soon as it’s blended or chill it for later—it holds up beautifully either way.

Avocado White Bean Dip Ingredients

• Cannellini beans
• Avocado
• Fresh cilantro leaves
• Lime juice
• Onion powder
• Garlic powder
• Chipotle hot pepper sauce
• Salt
• Ground cumin
• Baked tortilla chips

Directions

Step 1: Combine all the ingredients

In a food processor, combine the cannellini beans, avocado, cilantro, lime juice, onion powder, garlic powder, hot pepper sauce, salt and cumin, then cover and process until smooth.

Step 2: Serve the dip

Serve the dip warm or chilled, with tortilla chips.

How to Store Avocado White Bean Dip

Store any leftover avocado white bean dip in an airtight food storage container in the refrigerator. It’s best enjoyed within two to three days, as the avocado may start to brown over time. Pressing a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface before sealing the lid can help minimize discoloration.

Avocado White Bean Dip Tips

Can you use another type of bean in this avocado white bean dip?

You can swap in great northern beans or navy beans for the cannellini beans in this avocado white bean dip. Just make sure they’re well-rinsed and drained before blending to keep the texture smooth.

What can you use instead of chipotle hot pepper sauce in avocado white bean dip?

To replace the chipotle hot pepper sauce in this avocado white bean dip, swap in a pinch of smoked paprika and a dash of your favorite hot sauce for a similar smoky heat.

How ripe should the avocado be for avocado white bean dip?

For avocado white bean dip, use an avocado that yields slightly to gentle pressure but isn’t mushy. An underripe avocado will make the dip less creamy, while an overripe one might overpower the flavor.

What can you serve with avocado white bean dip for a snack board or light lunch?

To round out the avocado white bean dip, serve it alongside fresh homemade salsa, hummus and veggie sticks, or pair it with a light salad like fresh corn tomato salad or Southwest quinoa salad for a satisfying lunch.