# Summery Bean Appetizers This Whipped White Bean Dip is Topped with Colorful Garden Veggies By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-06-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-bean-dip References: [howsweeteats](http://www.howsweeteats.com/2015/06/summer-garden-white-bean-dip/) If you're looking to whip up a summer appetizer, this whipped white bean dip is a tasty choice. From food blogger Jess of How Sweet It Is, the Summer Garden White Bean Dip contains seasonal ingredients including [grilled vegetables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backyard-bbq-dip). Described as "grown up summer," the spread is piled high with colorful toppings and is "super smooth and herby." A delicious [alternative to hummus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creamy-dreamy-hummus) or a chick pea-based dip, the snack is covered in grilled corn, cherry tomatoes and a plethora of herbs from basil to mint. Also, it has grilled scallions. To make your own at home, you will need ingredients like cannellini beans and fresh rosemary, thyme, chives and basil leaves for garnishing. You can serve it with [raw vegetables, pita chips, crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specially-selected-loaded-dips) or baguettes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.3/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Summer Appetizers:** As consumers embrace summer entertaining, there are opportunities for developing new seasonal appetizers like a whipped white bean dip. - **Plant-based Dips:** As consumers opt for meatless options, plant-based dips like this whipped white bean dip can replace traditional dips, creating an opportunity for innovation. - **Seasonal Ingredients:** Seasonal ingredients like grilled vegetables used in the whipped white bean dip can be used in other dishes, leading to the development of innovative recipes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** As the food and beverage industry shifts towards plant-based options, developing new plant-based dips can open up new market opportunities. - **Hospitality:** Offering unique and flavorful summer appetizers can help differentiate restaurants and hotels, leading to increased business goals. - **Consumer Packaged Goods:** Investing in the development and marketing of innovative seasonal dips can help companies in the consumer packaged goods industry stand out on shelves and attract consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tangy Eggplant Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garlic-eggplant-dip.md) - [Aromatic Whipped Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/castello-whipped-dips.md) - [Homestyle Plant-Powered Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-powered-dip.md) - [Delicious Plant-Based Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-dips1.md) - [Ultra-Smooth Red Pepper Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roasted-red-pepper-hummus.md) - [Sensible Autumnal Hummus Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-fresh-dessert-hummus.md) - [Grab-and-Go Spinach Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spinach-dip.md) - [Appetizer-Themed Holiday Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appetizer-recipes.md) - [Mediterranean Feta Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feta-dips.md)