Cannellini Bean, Asparagus, and Basil Dip

Submitted by ellie3763

"from "veggie belly" - http://www.veggiebelly.com/2010/05/white-bean-asparagus-basil-hummus.html"

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Yields: 1 1/2 cups
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 6 -8 stalks asparagus
• 15 ounces cannellini beans, washed and drained well
• 1 garlic clove, peeled
• 1⁄4 cup olive oil
• 1⁄2 cup basil leaves
• 2 -3 tablespoons lemon juice
• salt and pepper

directions

1. Chop off and discard the tough ends of the asparagus stalks. Chop the asparagus into pieces. Boil asparagus in some water, till asparagus is tender. Drain well.
2. Place asparagus in a blender with all other ingredients. Puree to desired consistency.
3. Serve chilled with vegetable crudites, chips or pita bread.