High Protein Black Bean Hummus
Ready to level up your snack game? This High Protein Black Bean Hummus is a nutrient-packed twist on the classic dip, offering a creamy, flavorful blend of black beans, tahini, lemon juice, and aromatic spices like cumin and paprika. In just 10 minutes and with no cooking required, you can whip up this high-fiber, plant-based hummus that's perfect as a dip for crunchy veggies and pita bread or as a versatile spread for wraps and sandwiches. The subtle heat from fresh garlic and the bright acidity of lemon juice make every bite irresistibly bold, while the drizzle of olive oil and garnish of fresh parsley add a touch of elegance. Whether you're in need of a healthy snack, a meal-prep option, or a party crowd-pleaser, this high-protein recipe checks all the boxes for nutritious and satisfying goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams Black beans, cooked or canned
- 60 grams Tahini
- 2 units Garlic cloves
- 45 milliliters Lemon juice
- 30 milliliters Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 60 milliliters Water
- 15 grams Fresh parsley
Instructions
If using canned black beans, drain and rinse the beans thoroughly under cold water to remove any excess salt and preservatives before use.
Place the black beans, tahini, garlic cloves, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin powder, salt, and paprika into a food processor or blender.
Blend the mixture on high speed, gradually adding the water to reach your desired consistency. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the blender or food processor with a spatula to ensure everything is well combined.
Adjust seasoning according to taste. You can add more salt, lemon juice, or paprika as required.
Once the hummus is smooth and creamy, transfer it to a serving bowl.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. You can also drizzle a little extra olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika on top for additional flavor and presentation.
Serve with pita bread, vegetable sticks, or as a spread on sandwiches or wraps. Enjoy your high-protein snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1093 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.4 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.8 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3269 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.7 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.8 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 40.7 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4848 mg | 373% | |
| Iron | 21438.5 mg | 119103% | |
| Potassium | 1552 mg | 33% | |
*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.
