Epic Mediterranean dip anyone? With a rich, creamy, garlicky white bean base and fresh, flavourful toppings, this easy white bean dip is such a yummy snack that can be made in minutes.

Hi friends!
I don’t know about you, but I legit make bean dips every other week, if not every week. No joke.
They take about 10 minutes to whip up and they always hit the spot.
When I’m not in the mood to cook after all week, an easy bean dip recipe with some chips or veggie sticks is the way to go!
Plus, it’s pretty inexpensive. I bought a can of beans for less than a buck and I always have the other ingredients on hand.
What’s not to love?
Ingredients Needed
This Mediterranean dip is a different twist on the black bean dip I made a little while back. Basically, the base is:
- Canned navy beans
- Greek yogurt
- Lemon juice
- Garlic
- Olive oil
- Seasonings
How To Make White Bean Dip
Place the dip ingredients into a food processor.
Process until everything is combined and creamy.
Transfer the white bean dip to serving dish and garnish if you like. Full details are in the recipe card below.
How to Garnish This Bean Dip
Once the base is done, you can garnish to your heart’s content! There is no right or wrong way here. Use what you have on hand! And, if you want to enjoy the dip as is (without any garnish), that is perfectly fine.
Keeping with the Mediterranean or Greek dip theme I used those type of ingredients. Some that I really enjoy:
- Chopped grape tomatoes
- Diced cucumber
- Sliced black olives
- Crumbled feta
- Chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- Diced bell pepper
- Chopped marinated artichoke hearts (or a fire roasted version)
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Crushed red pepper flakes or minced fresh chili pepper
- Drizzle of olive oil
What To Serve With This Dip
It makes for such a pretty presentation to serve this white bean dip with veggie sticks, like:
- Red or green bell pepper, sliced
- Sliced cucumber
- Celery sticks
- Carrot sticks
However, you can never go wrong with crackers or chips!
Tips and Variations
- Like things more garlicky or spicy? Add a little more!
- I used canned white navy beans, but you could totally use canned white kidney beans (also known as cannellini beans).
- Blend in some baby spinach or baby arugula instead of parsley for a slightly different flavour.
More Yummy Dip Recipes
If you make this easy white bean dip, be sure to leave a comment below!
Mediterranean White Bean Dip
Ingredients
- 1 (19-ounce) can no salt added white navy beans, rinsed and drained
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- small bunch parsley
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice, from about 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Garnish Ideas (optional)
- Marinated artichoke hearts, drained and roughly chopped
- Black olives, pitted and sliced
- Sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and roughly chopped
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Green bell pepper or red bell pepper, diced
- Feta cheese, crumbled
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Drizzle of olive oil
- Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- To a food processor, add beans, Greek yogurt, lemon, parsley, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, oregano garlic and olive oil. Process until smooth, about 2 to 3 minutes (stopping as necessary to scrape sides of processor with a rubber spatula).
- Transfer dip to a serving bowl and garnish to taste (if desired) with any of the garnish ideas or enjoy as is. Serve with chips or veggies. Enjoy!Note: Enjoy immediately or properly store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy within 3 to 4 days. Dip will firm up a tad in the fridge and will soften when removed for about 10 minutes.
A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.
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Tried this recipe?
If you do make this recipe, thank you!! It would mean so much if you could leave a comment below. Love to know how you enjoyed it, and it helps other readers too!
Elaine says
We should call this “Friday Night Dip!” A perfect meal for the end of the week when you want something fast and yet nutritious!
Girl Heart Food says
Haha – love it! Thanks Elaine! I’ll have to remember that 😉
Leanne | Crumb Top Baking says
You know I love a good dip, and beans create such a creamy base! Love the toppings on this one Dawn! Looks so flavourful. Perfect for weekend snacking, or even lunch!
Girl Heart Food says
For sure! Thank you Leanne!
mimi rippee says
I prefer white bean dips because I can do more things with them. When you make hummus you pretty much just make hummus. But I use great northern beans. I find them the softest and creamiest in my humble opinion. I like the idea of the yogurt added to the beans. Fabulous!
Girl Heart Food says
I agree! So versatile! Thank you Mimi 🙂
Kelly | Foodtasia says
Dawn, this white bean dip looks just as yummy naked as it does all dressed up with all the pretty little flecks! And the toppings look so tasty. I love Mediterranean flavors! This dip would make a wonderful dinner! Have a lovely weekend, my friend!
Girl Heart Food says
Thank you very much, Kelly!! I think so too 😉 Hope your weekend is going awesome!
Haylie Abele / Our Balanced Bowl says
I literally LOL’ed at the part when you said “Ahhh, don’t look, the dip is naked!” LOL! So funny. This dip looks so super creamy and I love love all the toppings! Perfect for weekend snacking!
Girl Heart Food says
Hahaha 😉 Thank you Haylie…it sure is!
Milena says
Just came across a set of dipping bowls and a platter my mother had given me when I was organizing the depths of the pantry this morning… Yeah – that was a sign! Will me making your dip asap, I love bean based dips so much!
Girl Heart Food says
Isn’t that awesome?? Yay! Hope you love it! Thanks Milena!
Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says
This is my kind of dip! I l love all those flavors and am ready to dip right in! There’s nothing better than a delicious dish that’s also good for you! I love how quick and easy this is to make.
Girl Heart Food says
I agree! Thank you Kathy 🙂
David @ Spiced says
This dip is totally calling my name, Dawn! I share your love of snacky comfort foods, and dips are totally up there in my book, too. This one is so darned easy to make. And your photos? Nailed it! I totally want to make a batch of this one, but I don’t want to tell Laura about it. I just want to hide in the corner and eat it all myself. Help me keep my secret? 🙂
Girl Heart Food says
Really appreciate the kind comment, David!! And, no sweat! I totally will 😉 Thanks so much!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
You know I love my bean dips Dawn, so this will defintiely be happening soon here! I love easy little appys like this for healthy snacking! Pinned and so excited to try!
Girl Heart Food says
Woo hoo!! Hope you love it as much as we do! Thanks Mary Ann 🙂
annie@ciaochowbambina says
I love this mix of flavors! I’m always in the mood for a tasty dip, and this is absolutely perfect for game time! Have a great weekend, my friend! XOXO
Girl Heart Food says
Yay! Thank you Annie! You too! XOXO
Katherine | Love In My Oven says
Dawn, I love hummus and bean dips too! It’s a yummy way to get in a lot of nutrition. Dipping is the best! I will have to try this recipe soon – it looks like just what the upcoming weekend is calling for!! XO
Girl Heart Food says
Totally!! Thank you Katherine! Enjoy 🙂 XO
Valentina says
Another of your recipes I want/need to try! Seriously, I think I would eat this dip with a spoon. All I need is a vehicle to get it to my mouth – edible or not. 😉 Yum!
Marissa says
Honestly, Dawn, this dip looks so good I don’t even need chips. I’d gladly just eat it with a spoon!
Girl Heart Food says
Lol! I hear ya!! Thanks Marissa!
Kevin says
This white bean dip is a must try, you’ve made it so simple that anyone can make it! Digging the additional toppings to add some crunch and extra flavor to the dish.
Girl Heart Food says
It really is! Thanks Kevin! Enjoy!
Balvinder says
This sounds amazing. Love bean dips and this has so much flavors!
Girl Heart Food says
Thank you so much! Love bean dips too!