Black Bean Hummus

Contributed By: MAB
Bon Appetit

This dip is also nice with raw vegetables.

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Actual Cooking Time: No Cooking Required
Number of Servings: Single
Origin: Mediterranean & Mid-Eastern
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Nutrition Content: High Fiber
Meal Type: Appetizers

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Ingredients

2 15-oz Cans black beans, rinsed, drained
3/4 cup Tahini (sesame seed paste)
1/4 cup Fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup (packed) chopped fresh cilantro
4 Green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons Olive oil
2 Large garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
Pita bread rounds, cut into triangles

Preparation

Combine first 9 ingredients in processor until smooth. Season hummus to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon hummus into bowl. Serve with pita triangles.

Cook's Notes

Tahini is available at Middle Eastern and natural foods stores and some supermarkets.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 213 ; Total Fat: 7 g ; Saturated Fat: 1 g ; Polyunsaturated Fat: 3 g ; Carbohydrates: 29 g ; Protein: 9 g ; Vitamin A: 148 IU ; Vitamin C: 3 mg ; Calcium: 59 mg ; Sodium: 151 mg ; Iron: 2 mg ; Fiber: 5 g

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