Butter Bean Hummus

5 from 12 votes

This butter bean hummus starts with creamy butter beans, smooth tahini, and fresh lemon juice blended into a rich velvety dip that takes just 5 minutes to make! I love how the texture turns out softer than traditional chickpea hummus while still delivering that familiar flavor, making it perfect for dipping, snacking, and spreading.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Appetizer, Condiment, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: Mediterranean, Vegan

Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Lactose, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 135kcal

Author: Anjali Shah

Equipment

Food Processor

Ingredients

14 oz can butter beans drained and reserve 2 tbsp of the liquid (aquafaba)
2 cloves garlic minced
½ tsp salt
2 tbsp lemon juice
¼ cup tahini
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp ground cumin
Topping options: Pinch of ground paprika, Drizzle of olive oil, chopped parsley optional

Instructions

Add all ingredients including the 2 tbsps of aquafaba to a high speed food processor and blend for 2-3 minutes.
Scrape down the sides of the food processor and blend again until smooth.
Adjust the thickness by adding water if needed.
Adjust seasoning to taste.
Serve with a sprinkle of paprika, a drizzle of olive oil and chopped parsley if desired.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Video

https://youtu.be/bwfzJm_S4NI

Notes

My #1 Secret Tip for this butter bean hummus recipe is to blend it longer than you think you need to. I let my processor run for a full 2-3 minutes, which makes a noticeable difference in the finished texture.
Warm beans first: Sometimes I like to warm the beans slightly before blending, which helps them break down more easily. You can do this in the microwave for just 1-2 minutes.
Boil with baking soda: If I have the time, I boil the beans with a pinch of baking soda and a bay leaf. This gives me a super smooth finish.
Use ice water: Replace some of the aquafaba with ice water for a much lighter and airier whipped consistency.
Check for lumps: Even though the hummus may look smooth, I have often spotted chunks of garlic in my dip. To avoid this, scrape down the sides at regular intervals, and chop the garlic into manageable pieces.

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