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Black bean hummus

Recipe Information

Description:
Black bean hummus is a delicious American recipe usually served as a side dish. It requires about 5 minutes of prep time and about 5 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 10 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 8 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 8
Preparation Time 5 Minutes
Cook Time 5 Minutes
Total Time 10 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Black Beans; Onion; Bell Peppers
Category Beans & Legumes; Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner; Snack
Type Side Dish
Subtype Dip/Spread
Cuisine American; Mexican
Cook Method Sautéing
Diet

Ingredients

  • 3 and 1/2 cups black beans, canned or prepared

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 1/2 green bell pepper, diced

  • 1/4 cup vegetable broth

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons ground cumin

  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons olive oil

Directions

  • Rinse and drain the black beans if canned.

  • Pour the olive oil into a skillet set over medium-high heat. Sauté the onions, peppers, and garlic for about three minutes. Sauté until the vegetables are slightly brown. Add the cumin, stir, and then reduce the heat to medium and cook for another two minutes.

  • Put the beans into a food processor and pulse to break down. Add the sautéed vegetable mixture and pulse to incorporate. Add enough of the vegetable broth to reach desired consistency. Garnish the dip with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 123 cal

  • Total fat: 2g

  • Saturated fat: 0g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 1g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 9mg

  • Potassium: 342mg

  • Carbohydrate: 21g

  • Fiber: 7g

  • Protein: 7g