Black Bean Hummus
Black Bean Hummus is a creamy, smoky dip made with black beans, tahini, garlic, lime juice, and spices. It’s a quick, protein-packed twist on traditional hummus — perfect for dipping, spreading, or snacking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 ½ cups (4–6 servings)
- Category: Appetizer, Dip, Snack
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Fusion, Middle Eastern-Inspired
Ingredients
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1–2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime or lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2–4 tablespoons water (to adjust consistency)
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika or chili powder (optional)
Instructions
- In a food processor or blender, combine black beans, tahini, garlic, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
- With the machine running, drizzle in olive oil and water until the hummus reaches your desired texture.
- Taste and adjust seasonings. Add smoked paprika or chili powder for extra flavor if desired.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.
Notes
- Use roasted garlic for a milder, sweeter flavor.
- Add more olive oil for a richer, silkier texture.
- Garnish with extra olive oil, fresh herbs, or a sprinkle of paprika before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: undefined
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