When I was at the grocery store the other day, I saw some Black Bean Hummus. I hadn’t noticed that flavor before and it sounded really good! Instead of buying some, I decided to make my own.
You use black beans instead of garbanzo beans (or chickpeas) in this hummus, but it still has many of the same ingredients you would use in your typical hummus recipe…like olive oil, garlic, and tahini. It also has a little cayenne pepper in it, which adds some spiciness–but if you prefer a milder flavor, leave it out.
This is a smooth and creamy hummus, and I love the flavor combination of the black beans with all the other spices. If you like hummus and black beans, keep this recipe in mind!
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BLACK BEAN HUMMUS by NancyC
Makes about 1 1/2 cups
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 Tablespoons lime juice
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 3 Tablespoons tahini (roasted sesame seed paste)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
- Optional garnishes: 10 to 12 Kalamata olives, 1 1/2 Tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Place all ingredients, except for the garnish ingredients (olives and cilantro), in a food processor or high-power blender; process until smooth and creamy. Spoon into a bowl and garnish with olives and fresh cilantro. Serve with pita bread, fresh veggies, or tortilla chips.
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It’s fun trying out different flavors of hummus! Do you have a favorite?
NancyC 
19 responses to “Black Bean Hummus”
It has to be really yummy!
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Yes, I really like it–it’s a nice twist on traditional hummus! 🙂
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I love the kalamata olives on top, Nancy! Delish!
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Thanks, Patty! I never get tired of eating kalamata olives! 🙂
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I love this idea of using black beans in hummus! I love both flavors separately, why not try combining the two? I bet the black beans add a great vibrancy and richness to the hummus… great recipe!
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Yes, I love both flavors, too, Lisa! I really liked the combination of flavors!
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Mmm. Delicious, healthy, and gorgeous! I’ve become addicted to homemade hummus lately and will certainly have to try this one
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Yes, homemade hummus is the best! 🙂
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I’m a big fan of hummus. I’ve never had a black bean variety, though! This looks delicious!!
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Thanks, Liz–you’ll have to try this black bean version sometime! 🙂
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I’m going to try this one, Nancy. Paul and I eat hummus all the time but it usually is store bought.
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You’ll have to let me know how you like it, Denise!
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What a great variation, Nancy! I love hummus and I love back beans, so, this is a winner for me. Thanks for sharing.
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You’re welcome, John! 🙂
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This sounds like a fun recipe. We eat a lot of tex mex at home and my boys would love this.
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I have a couple chickpea recipes for hummus but I’ve never tried a black bean recipe. This intrigues me… I will have to try this! 🙂
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Hope you like it, Joanna! 🙂
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I’m always looking for new hummus flavors, and I can’t wait to try this recipe! It sounds wonderful and healthy 😀 Thanks for sharing!
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You’re welcome–it’s always fun trying new hummus flavors! 🙂
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