5 minute black bean hummus is a fun spin on the classic! Black beans are blended with lime juice, tahini, garlic and some spices for a deliciously creamy dip.
There are no shortage of 'hummus' recipes around here! With 7 hummus flavors you can choose from including classic homemade hummus all the way to the far from authentic yet still delicious creamy avocado hummus.
Just like its classic counterpart, this black bean hummus blends olive oil, garlic, tahini and salt, but that's where things diverge a bit. Instead of chickpeas, we use black beans, and we swap the classic lemon for a lime and some southwestern spices.
Serve it up with fresh veggies or pita chips for a healthy and delicious snack!
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Reasons you’ll ♡ this recipe
- it blends together in 5 minutes or less
- it keeps well in the fridge or freezer
- the black beans pair well with the lime and southwestern spices
Recipe video
Watch the video below to see how I make black bean hummus! You can find more of my recipe videos on my YouTube channel.
Ingredient notes
- black beans- you'll need to start with cooked black beans; use a can, or cook your own black beans on the stove top or in the Instant Pot.
- tahini- is a sesame seed paste that should be found with the nut butters, in the natural foods aisle or in the international foods section of your grocery store
- lime- adds a subtle twist of flavor here, but you could replace with lemon juice if you'd prefer.
Step by step directions
Make sure you reserve the liquid from the can of black beans or cooking liquid before beginning.
1. Blend liquids- in a 7 cup food processor fitted with a steel S blade, combine 2 tablespoons of reserved liquid from the can of black beans (or cooking liquid), garlic, olive oil, tahini, lime juice, cumin, ground coriander, salt and cayenne. Blend on low speed for 1 full minute, until smooth and frothy.
2. Add black beans- Add the black beans to the food processor. Blend on high speed for 1 minute, then scrape the sides down with a spatula. Blend for an additional 1 minute, until smooth and creamy
TIP- if you'd like your hummus thinner, you can add in some extra black bean liquid (reserved from the can or cooking liquid)
3. Enjoy- Serve immediately, or store for later.
FAQ
Really, almost anything you can dip or dunk! Tortilla chips, crackers, veggies, etc. It also is delicious spread on a sandwich or wrap, and even would be great in a Buddha bowl or taco salad.
YES. You can freeze it flat in a freezer bag, or store in an air tight meal prep container (make sure it's freezer-safe!).
This recipe can be safely stored in the fridge for up to 4 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
I know some people have successfully used blenders to make hummus, however I have not tried. I suspect you'd need a high powered brand like Vitamix, and would need to use the tamper to make sure all ingredients are properly blended.
Serve it with:
- pita chips
- tortilla chips
- snap peas
- carrot sticks
- celery sticks
- bell pepper slices
- cauliflower florets
- broccoli florets
Other serving ideas
- spread it sandwiches, wraps or pitas as a condiment
- add as a salad dressing in macro bowls
- use it as part of a cheese plate or charcuterie board
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5 Minute Black Bean Hummus
Ingredients
- 15 oz can of black beans liquid reserved; see note 1
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne more for heat
Instructions
- Blend liquids- in a 7 cup food processor fitted with a steel S blade, combine 2 tablespoons of reserved liquid from the can of black beans (or cooking liquid), garlic, olive oil, tahini, lime juice, cumin, ground coriander, salt and cayenne. Blend on low speed for 1 full minute, until smooth and frothy.
- Add black beans- Add the black beans to the food processor. Blend on high speed for 1 minute, then scrape the sides down with a spatula. Blend for an additional 1 minute, until smooth and creamy
Tips:
- fridge- store in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- freezer- freeze in freezer bags (freeze flat, then store upright), or meal prep containers for up to 3 months.
Video
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TerryF says
Very good - seasonings just right! Thank you!