I needed an appetizer idea to bring to an event the other day, and was planning on making my date dip paired with all the apples of the season.
Then I saw Maryea’s sweet white bean dip.
oh, Mama.
Snacky McSnackerton, indeed. This is one tasty dip!
Maryea says she prefers it cold, and that is how I served it. Protein packed and naturally sweetened, this creamy dip is very easy and quick to make.
I paired it with some sliced apples, dried apricots and trail mix – perfect snack and I had empty plates to bring home!
Enjoy Life recently sent me their newest products, nut free trail mixes in fantastic flavors – they were very well liked by everyone, and were a perfect addition to this healthy dip and fruit.
Beach Bash is sunflower and pumpkin seeds, dried pineapple, apricots and cranberries. Bright and sweetly tart, I loved it. Mountain Mambo includes sunflower and pumpkin seeds, fruit and chocolate chips, and it may be my favorite. Both are gluten free and vegan (dairy, egg and casein free), nut and tree-nut free, soy free.
You all know by now that I am a fan of beans, and I like to use them in what some say unconventional ways.
Have you tried a bean recipe before, and what did you think?
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I’m a fan of farting.
So yes, I’m a fan of beans.
Oh awesome. Love the looks and simplicity of that recipe. What a great snack tray for a party too.
I love bean dip and everything that goes with it!
Although it’s a bit more conventional, I made a rosemary, pumpkin, chickpea dip (hummus kinda) that was outstanding last week. I love using beans in things they aren’t supposed to be in mostly just to tell people after the first bite that they’re in there and see their reaction.
I just had to come visit and look for that (I’m on a fun rosemary trend right now!). that looks perfect!
and I do this too – beans are so versatile, I add them to a lot of unconventional things. sometimes I’ll tell people.
I love sweet dips! Don’t get me wrong, I love *ALL* dips – I’m an equal opportunity dip lover – but finding a great sweet one is always exciting! I’m a fan of beans, though I don’t usually think to incorporate into something sweet like this. But I can always use some extra protein!
I’m an equal opportunity dip lover too. you will have to try this one, Molly!
not much of a fan of bean dips to be honest, I know the horror,haha, but do love using garbanzo beans to baking
*gasp* WHAT?!
just kidding, girls. I don’t like… brussels sprouts!! I am seeing those everywhere lately!
I love your date dip. I’ve made it a couple of times and even Kevin was a big fan, too! Anything with beans is a friend of mine.
oh, good – glad you like it!
I just made a pound of white beans last night! Its like I knew
That sounds fabulous!! Beans are so versatile, love ‘em!
see!? you knew something was coming your way – I hope you try this, it was SO good! I love that about beans too, VERY versatile!
“snacky Mcsnackerton”- best line EVER!
This dip looks oh so delicious. I need to put it on my list right under your Spicy Peanut soup! Eeekk… everytime I come to your blog my list gets longer. You’re magnificent!
aw, thank you!
I hope you try some of them, especially the spicy peanut soup! its a good one. I’m going to be posting the new recipe for the cashew version soon, if you want to wait for that one! 
I’m a BIG fan of beans
Never would think of using them in a sweet dip though– yum!
I use beans in cookies and brownies, but this is my first time trying a dip also – it will NOT be my last, this is very good!
I’m sure I’ve had a bean dip before but nothing that stands out. This looks fabulous! And I’m off to check out your date dip. That sounds intriguing!
hi Ameena! the date dip is so easy and VERY flavorful. I hope you try it!
Another lovely post. It all looks so delicious.
thank you, Dawn!
I’m a HUGE fan of beans! I would eat them everyday! This sounds amazing! I love desserts made with beans! Delicious and nutritious!
I love beany desserts too – the bean is SO versatile, I LOVE it!
This sounds really interesting! I once tried the dessert hummus, but that’s as close as I’ve come to anything “beany” that is creative!
yes, the sweet is awesome, probably very close to a dessert hummus (I’ve not tried those yet – now I may have to!).
Amazing photography! I could be a bean, I’m telling you.
I like good old fashion blackeyed pea dip. Or black bean dip. too many choices.
ha, me too, I eat enough of them. you can’t really pick one, they’re really all good!
i’m a white bean dip virgin…that might have to change.
YES. this could bring you over to the bean side. the GOOD side.
I saw that recipe on Maryea’s site and was intrigued!
Bean recipes..not for me, not yet. I still just haven’t taken the plunge. So many desserts I have bookmarked, first
But this dip has me so curious…b/c it’s sweet. ha!
haa – yes, Averie and her desserts!
but this KINDA qualifies! 
I really like beans, my husband, not so much. I bet he’d like this though. Thanks for sharing. And as always, stellar photos!!!!!!! Have a good WEd.
more for you, Roz!!
Sweet bean dip?!? Off to check out the recipe! So intrigued
it’s really very good, Kiran!
I love beans! And I tried that Enjoy Life trail mix, too – so tasty!
I liked the trail mix more than I thought I would – it’s really good!
Um, yes please!!! Sounds fantastic!
hi friend!!
I know, you would LOVE this, Christin!!
ooh, looks great! Refreshing and light too, even for beans! I love beans so yeah, I dig it.
you should try this one, it’s really good!
Not sure how I missed this post, but I’m glad you enjoyed the recipe.
LOVED this! everyone did!
nice recipe, thanks for sharing.
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