Cuban Black Bean Hummus Recipe

Name: Cuban Black Bean Hummus
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained; 1/4 cup tahini; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup lime juice; 2 garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Escape to Cuba with this vibrant and flavorful black bean hummus! A quick and easy recipe inspired by Mary Urrutia Randelman's "Memories of a Cuban Kitchen," this delicious dip is perfect for parties or a weeknight snack. Serve with toasted baguette rounds, warm pita bread, or your favorite fresh vegetables for an unforgettable taste of the Caribbean.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 225.9 kcal

Protein 16g

Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cuban Black Bean Hummus

2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup tahini
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lime juice
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

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How to Make Cuban Black Bean Hummus

Combine all ingredients in a food processor.
Process until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
Taste and adjust seasoning as desired, adding more lime juice for tartness, cumin for warmth, or salt to taste.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This step is optional but recommended.
Bring to room temperature before serving for the best flavor and consistency.
Serve immediately with toasted baguette rounds, warm pita bread, or your favorite fresh vegetable sticks, slices, or rounds.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

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0 g

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