Black Bean Hummus

This is the absolute best hummus I have ever had. It goes great with some toasted pita bread. Add more lemon juice if this hummus tastes like it needs a little extra kick.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 5 mins
• Calories: 81 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ¾ teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans; drain and reserve liquid
• 1 ½ tablespoons tahini
• 10 Greek olives

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mince garlic in the bowl of a food processor. Add black beans, 2 tablespoons reserved liquid, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, tahini, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; process until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Add additional seasoning and liquid to taste. Garnish with paprika and Greek olives.