Smokey Black Bean Hummus

Elevate your appetizer game with this Smokey Black Bean Hummus—a bold and flavorful twist on the classic dip! Packed with protein-rich black beans, nutty tahini, and the perfect balance of smoked paprika and ground cumin, this recipe delivers a creamy and aromatic hummus with a hint of smokiness. A splash of fresh lemon juice brightens up the flavors, while optional garnishes like chopped cilantro and a drizzle of olive oil take presentation to the next level. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this easy dip is perfect for parties, healthy snacking, or as a spread for sandwiches and wraps. Serve it with pita bread, veggie sticks, or tortilla chips for a crowd-pleasing treat that's as versatile as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 15-ounce can canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 large clove garlic clove (minced)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon extra olive oil (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a food processor, combine the black beans, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and water.

Step 2

Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the food processor bowl as needed.

Step 3

Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You can add more lemon juice for tanginess, smoked paprika for a smokier flavor, or salt to taste.

Step 4

If the hummus is too thick, add an additional tablespoon of water at a time and blend until you achieve the desired consistency.

Step 5

Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl.

Step 6

Optional: Garnish the hummus with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of smoked paprika, and chopped fresh cilantro for extra flavor and presentation.

Step 7

Serve the Smokey Black Bean Hummus with pita bread, tortilla chips, fresh vegetables, or as a spread for sandwiches and wraps.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(562.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	900.1

Total Fat 53.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2003.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.3g	0%
Total Sugars 2.1g
Protein 32.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2507.4mg	0%
Iron 10722.7mg	0%
Potassium 1278.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.0%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 33.8%