Cozy Up Your Holidays with This Pumpkin Bean Dip Charcuterie Board

There’s something extra magical about food during the holidays. The way it brings people together, creates comfort, and turns ordinary days into celebrations. In my latest Instagram reel, I shared a festive charcuterie board that's perfect for entertaining — or for cozy nights in. And today, I’m giving you the star of that board: my Pumpkin Bean Dip.

It’s creamy, savory, just a touch spicy, and packed with nourishing ingredients like white beans, pumpkin purée, and tahini. This dip is the kind of recipe that feels indulgent but leaves you feeling energized — which, let’s be honest, is a win during the holiday hustle.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

✔️ Comes together in 20 minutes✔️ Full of fiber, plant protein, and seasonal flavor✔️ Naturally vegan and gluten-free✔️ Gorgeous color and texture for your holiday table

Pair it with sliced apples, crackers, raw veggies, or tuck it into wraps — it’s as versatile as it is crowd-pleasing.

🎃 Pumpkin Bean Dip Recipe

Prep Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Servings: 6 Meal Type: Lunch, Snack, or Side

Ingredients:

• 1/2 lemon, juiced and zested

• 2 Tbsp tahini

• 1 clove garlic, crushed

• 1 1/2 cups white beans, drained and rinsed

• 2 Tbsp olive oil

• 1 1/2 cups pumpkin purée

• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1 tsp fresh sage, chopped

• 2 Tbsp pumpkin seeds (for garnish)

Directions:

Prep:

1. Zest and juice the lemon.

2. Drain and rinse the white beans.

Make:

1. In a food processor, combine the lemon juice and zest, tahini, garlic, white beans, olive oil, pumpkin purée, cayenne, salt, and sage.

2. Pulse until smooth. Add a splash of water to thin, if needed.

3. Transfer to a serving bowl and let it sit for 15 minutes to allow flavors to blend.

4. Garnish with pumpkin seeds before serving.

5. Serve with raw vegetables, seeded crackers, or anything crunchy and dippable.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

• Calories: 173

• Total Fat: 8g

  • Saturated Fat: 1g

• Sodium: 422mg

• Total Carbohydrates: 21g

  • Dietary Fiber: 2g

  • Total Sugars: 2g

• Protein: 7g

• Calcium: 75mg (6% DV)

• Iron: 3mg (18% DV)

• Potassium: 468mg (10% DV)

Serving Tip: Build a Balanced Charcuterie Board

I love layering textures and flavors to complement this dip. Here’s what I usually include:

• Seeded crackers or crostini

• Sliced apples or pears

• Roasted nuts and dried cranberries

• Olives or pickled vegetables

• Cheese, vegan cheese or your favorite wedge

• And always… a generous bowl of Pumpkin Bean Dip 💛

Whether you’re hosting or hibernating, this dip delivers festive flavor and feel-good fuel. I hope it brings a little more warmth to your table and joy to your season.

Let me know how you styled your board! Tag me on Instagram so I can see your beautiful creations.— Juliana 🌿