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Black Bean Hummus

Easy prep and simple ingredients make this dip a winner
Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Appetizer, Snack

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups or 2 cans of organic black beans drained & liquid reserved
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 2 T. cumin
  • 3 T. tahini
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper or more to taste
  • 4 T lemon juice
  • 2 T olive oil
  • water as needed
  • salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Pulse the garlic in a food processor to mince.
  2. Add the remaining ingredients, including 4T of the reserved bean liquid, to the food processor and blend until smooth.
  3. If the hummus seems too thick, turn on the processor and add water a few tablespoons at a time until desired consistency.
  4. Chill until serving.

Notes

This batch makes enough for a party of 6-8. Freeze half if making for a smaller crowd. Try substituting shelled edamame for the black beans for a twist. Serve with baby carrots and chips.
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