Lima Bean Dip

Directions

1. 1
   Bring a saucepan of salted water to a boil.
2. 2
   Add the lima beans and garlic and simmer until tender, 18 to 20 minutes.
3. 3
   Drain and rinse under cold water to cool slightly (the beans should be warm but not hot).
4. 4
   Pulse the lima beans, garlic, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt in a food processor until just combined.
5. 5
   With the motor running, pour in the olive oil and process until incorporated but still slightly chunky.
6. 6
   Transfer to a bowl and top with the bacon.
7. 7
   Serve warm or at room temperature with pita chips and/or vegetable sticks.
8. 8
   Buy lima beans frozen: They're bright green and buttery tasting.
9. 9
   The olive-colored, mushy lima beans you remember from childhood were probably canned.
10. 10
    Photograph by Kang Kim