This Butter Bean Hummus recipe only requires 6 ingredients and 5 minutes to make and is the perfect dip for pita, veggies and so much more! It is ultra creamy, delicious and easy to make.
Dips are the perfect appetizer or snack to serve when you have guests. They are easy to make and you can make them ahead of time. Which is a double win if you ask me. And there are so many different types of dips! Whether it's Vegan White Bean Dip, Baba Ganoush or even Cucumber Pico de Gallo, there is a dip for every occasion!
Today, were using butter beans to make a smooth and creamy Butter Bean Hummus. This recipe is quick and easy and packed with flavor from tahini, fresh lemon juice and garlic. It's a great dip for veggies and pita and is a delicious spread for a sandwich. so let's make it.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- This recipe only requires 6 basic ingredients and 5 minutes to make.
- And it's really easy, so it's great for beginners.
- This Butter Bean Hummus is smooth, creamy and packed with flavor.
- It's a delicious dip for veggies, pita or crackers and a perfect spread for sandwiches.
- And most importantly, it's absolutely delicious!
Ingredients
Canned Butter Beans: Butter beans are the "adult" version of lima beans! They are not grainy like lima beans. They are soft and blend super smooth and creamy. I like to use canned butter beans for ease.
Tahini: Tahini makes hummus like my Dill Pickle Hummus super smooth and creamy.
Fresh Lemon Juice: Use fresh lemon juice, here! I promise it makes a difference.
Garlic: A clove of fresh garlic adds so much flavor!
Special Equipment
You will need a food processor for this recipe. I don't recommend using a blender.
My food processor is similar to this one by Kitchen Aid.
Instructions
Step 1. In a bowl of a food processor, combine butter beans, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil and grated garlic.
Step 2. Process on high until smooth. Then, stop and use a spatula to scrape the sides of the bowl down. Add ¼ teaspoon of salt and process on high to mix it in. Now, taste the butter bean hummus and add additional salt if needed.
Serve!
What to Serve It With
- Pita slices
- A veggie platter
- As a spread on a sandwich like my Chickpea Tuna Salad Sandwich
- Tortilla chips
Recipe FAQs
Scoop the hummus into an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Yes! Kind of. Lima beans are a younger version of the same bean. They are not interchangeable in recipes.
Tahini is sesame paste. Think peanut butter, but made of sesame seeds.
Expert Recipes Tips
I have added a range of salt to this recipe, because everyone has different preferences. So, start with ¼ teaspoon and taste the hummus before adding more!
Be sure to grate the garlic with a microplane, or press it through a garlic press before adding it into the food processor.
Top your butter bean hummus with whatever you like. I used a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a pinch of sumac, but you could top it with fresh herbs, toasted pine nuts or even blistered cherry tomatoes!
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Butter Bean Hummus
Equipment
- 1 Food Processor
- 1 Microplane or Garlic Press
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Ingredients
- 15 oz Can of Butter Beans, drained and rinsed
- ¼ Cup Fresh Lemon Juice
- ¼ Cup Tahini
- 2 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 Medium Clove of Garlic
- ¼-1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Less if using table salt!
- Toppings like additional olive oil, toasted pine nuts, sumac or za'atar
Instructions
- Into the bowl of a food processor, add the butter beans lemon juice, tahini and olive oil. Then, use a microplane to grate the garlic into the bowl.15 oz Can of Butter Beans, drained and rinsed, ¼ Cup Fresh Lemon Juice, ¼ Cup Tahini, 2 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1 Medium Clove of Garlic
- Process on high until creamy. Then, scrape the bowl down with a rubber spatula and add ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt. Then, process on high to mix it in. Now taste the hummus and add additional salt if needed.¼-1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- Scoop the butter bean hummus onto a plate or a bowl and top with any desired toppings. Serve!Toppings like additional olive oil, toasted pine nuts, sumac or za'atar
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