Black Bean Hummus

          

This is the absolute best hummus I have ever had. It goes great with some toasted pita bread. Add more lemon juice if this hummus tastes like it needs a little extra kick.

Original recipe makes 8 servings

Ingredients

1 clove garlic
1 (15 ounce) can black beans; drain and reserve liquid
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons tahini
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
10 Greek olives

  • PREP

    5 mins

  • READY IN

    5 mins

Directions

  1. Mince garlic in the bowl of a food processor. Add black beans, 2 tablespoons reserved liquid, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, tahini, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; process until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Add additional seasoning and liquid to taste. Garnish with paprika and Greek olives.

Nutrition

Calories: 81 kcal
Carbohydrates: 10.3 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Fat: 3.1 g
Fiber: 4.1 g
Protein: 3.9 g
Sodium: 427 mg