White Bean Hummus
Elevate your snacking game with creamy and flavorful White Bean Hummus, a unique twist on the classic chickpea-based dip. Made with tender cannellini or great northern beans, this recipe is blended seamlessly with rich tahini, bright lemon juice, aromatic ground cumin, and a hint of garlic for a velvety texture and bold taste. Ready in just 10 minutes and requiring no cooking, this Mediterranean-inspired hummus is perfect as a quick appetizer or healthy snack. Garnish with paprika and parsley for a beautiful presentation, and pair it with crisp veggies, warm pita, or crunchy crackers for a crowd-pleasing treat. Packed with protein and bursting with flavor, this recipe is not only delicious but also ideal for meal prep, staying fresh in the fridge for up to 4 days. Keywords: white bean hummus, easy hummus recipe, Mediterranean dip, healthy snack, cannellini bean dip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz (1 can, drained and rinsed) cooked white beans (cannellini or great northern)
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 large garlic clove
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp water
- 0.25 tsp paprika (for garnish, optional)
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned white beans thoroughly under running water.
In a food processor, combine the white beans, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic clove, ground cumin, and salt.
Process the mixture for 1-2 minutes until it begins to form a smooth paste.
Add water, one tablespoon at a time, and continue processing until the desired creamy consistency is achieved.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add more salt, lemon juice, or olive oil to suit your preference.
Transfer the white bean hummus to a serving bowl.
Optionally, sprinkle paprika and chopped parsley over the top as a garnish.
Serve immediately with fresh vegetables, pita bread, or crackers, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
678 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.2 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1235 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 17.8 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3557 mg | 274% | |
| Iron | 16075.0 mg | 89306% | |
| Potassium | 767 mg | 16% | |
*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.
