Healthy Spinach and Cannellini Bean Dip

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
• 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 (10 ounce) bags spinach
• 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

1. 1

   In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil, over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

3. 3

   Add one bag of spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted. Repeat with the remaining bag of spinach. Let the mixture cool for a few minutes.

4. 4

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

5. 5

   Blend until the mixture is smooth.