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creamy white bean spread

Prep 5 min
Cook 0 min
Age 12 months+
Lunchbox Formula fit What's this?
Protein
Complex carbs
Healthy fats
Colour

This white bean spread is one of those simple staples that quietly upgrades a lunchbox. Beans bring plant protein and fibre, tahini adds healthy fats and minerals, and yogurt gives the spread a soft, creamy tang kids tend to accept easily. Nutritional yeast adds a subtle cheesy flavour and extra B-vitamins, making this a practical, nutrient-dense alternative to typical sandwich spreads.

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Two thick slices of crusty sourdough bread spread with creamy white bean and tahini spread on dark marble, with a speckled ceramic bowl in the background.
01 Ingredients
  • 1 can white beans (cannellini or butter beans), drained and rinsed
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp plain full-fat yogurt
  • 1 tbsp white tahini
  • 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • Pinch garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp sea salt
  • 1 small ice cube

Texture check after blending

  • Too thick → add 1–2 tsp water and blend again
  • Too loose → add 1 tbsp extra beans and blend
02 Method
1.

Add beans, olive oil, yogurt, tahini, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and the ice cube to a blender or food processor.

2.

Blend until completely smooth and creamy. The ice cube helps create a lighter, fluffier texture.

3.

If the spread feels too thick, add 1–2 tbsp water and blend again until silky.

4.

Taste and adjust lemon or salt if needed.

03 Why parents love this
  • High in fibre and plant protein
  • Mild, creamy flavour kids usually accept easily
  • Versatile: can be used as a spread, dip or inside wraps
  • Keeps well for several days
04 Storage & safety
Fridge 3–4 days

Store in an airtight container.

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Two thick slices of crusty sourdough bread spread with creamy white bean and tahini spread on dark marble, with a speckled ceramic bowl in the background.

creamy white bean spread

Prep 5 min Cook 0 min Age 12 months+
Lunchbox Formula fit What's this?
Protein
Complex carbs
Healthy fats
Colour

This white bean spread is one of those simple staples that quietly upgrades a lunchbox. Beans bring plant protein and fibre, tahini adds healthy fats and minerals, and yogurt gives the spread a soft, creamy tang kids tend to accept easily. Nutritional yeast adds a subtle cheesy flavour and extra B-vitamins, making this a practical, nutrient-dense alternative to typical sandwich spreads.

nut freeno bakevegetariangluten free
01 INGREDIENTS
  • 1 can white beans (cannellini or butter beans), drained and rinsed
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp plain full-fat yogurt
  • 1 tbsp white tahini
  • 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • Pinch garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp sea salt
  • 1 small ice cube
02 METHOD
1.

Add beans, olive oil, yogurt, tahini, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and the ice cube to a blender or food processor.

2.

Blend until completely smooth and creamy. The ice cube helps create a lighter, fluffier texture.

3.

If the spread feels too thick, add 1–2 tbsp water and blend again until silky.

4.

Taste and adjust lemon or salt if needed.

Texture check after blending

  • Too thick → add 1–2 tsp water and blend again
  • Too loose → add 1 tbsp extra beans and blend
03 WHY PARENTS LOVE THIS
  • High in fibre and plant protein
  • Mild, creamy flavour kids usually accept easily
  • Versatile: can be used as a spread, dip or inside wraps
  • Keeps well for several days
04 STORAGE & SAFETY
Fridge 3–4 days

Store in an airtight container.

Featured innut-free school lunchbox recipes →high-protein lunchbox recipes →lunchbox dips & spreads →no-bake lunchbox recipes →
THE LUNCHBOX FORMULA™
The Lunchbox Formula on a tablet

there's a reason these recipes work so hard for kids

They're all built around The Lunchbox Formula™ — the simple framework for packing food that helps kids get through the school day in one piece.

Free downloadDietitian approved11,000+ parents

By downloading, you’ll also receive our bi-weekly newsletter. Unsubscribe anytime. Privacy Policy

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