A quick 10-minute recipe for Southwest-inspired Black Bean Hummus, a protein- and fibre-packed dip that can be served alongside or as an alternative to salsa and guacamole.

Black Bean Hummus Recipe

Now, hummus technically should always be made by chickpeas (hummus literally translates to “chickpea” in Arabic) so if you want to call this something other than black bean hummus, that’s totally fair.

I call this recipe black bean hummus because I essentially use the same ingredients that I do while making our classic hummus recipe, only I swap out the chickpeas for black beans (and the lemon juice for lime juice – it just works better, especially for a southwest-inspired kick).

This easy black bean hummus is creamy, light and smoother than a classic hummus with a bit of southwestern kick. You can amp up the spice by checking out our recipe variations below.

Using black beans to make this hummus skips the need to peel the skins off of the chickpeas, which I find is necessary in a traditional hummus recipe for both the texture and flavor.

Black bean hummus is a healthy snack or a unique appetizer to serve before southwest-inspired mains like our Southwestern Steak Salad or our Instant Pot Chili.

How to store black bean hummus: Black bean hummus can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Can black bean hummus be frozen? Yes, if stored in an airtight ziptop freezer bag or freezer containers, black bean hummus can be frozen for up to three months. (This set of freezer containers is a crazy bargain.) If the hummus seems gritty upon thawing, you can blitz it in a food processor with a splash of water or olive oil to bring back its creamy consistency.

Can I make hummus without tahini? Yes, while our recipe calls for it as it’s a traditional ingredient to make hummus, if desired you can replace it with sour cream or yogurt to make this more like a bean dip, or just a couple tablespoons of water (as needed) to help the beans puree to a nice dip-like consistency.

Ingredients for Black Bean Hummus

• Black beans
• Tahini, to personal taste
• Lime juice
• Olive oil, to personal taste
• Salt
• Chilli powder
• Cumin

Scroll down to the printable recipe card for full measurements.

Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful

• Measuring cups and spoons
• Food processor or smoothie-style blender

How to Make Black Bean Hummus

Place all ingredients in a food processor and puree until smooth.

Taste and adjust based on personal preferences, adding more seasoning to adjust the flavor, or more olive oil or tahini to adjust the texture.

You can also add a couple tablespoons of water to thin out the hummus, if needed.

Store in the fridge until ready to serve.

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I hope your family enjoys this easy black bean hummus recipe as much as mine does!

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