Thisย butter bean hummus is a yummy, quick and easy dip or snack, made with a handful of ingredients and ready in just 2 minutes! It is flavourful, gluten-free and vegan friendly. I like to serve this butter bean hummus with raw vegetable sticks, pita bread or crackers.
Butter Bean Hummus
Butter bean hummus is stable in my house since it is my daughter's favourite snack, So I make it frequently. I never buy pre-made hummus from the store because I don't like the taste and texture of it.
Also, it is so easy to make at home and takes no time at all. Simply blend all the ingredients except for the toppings in the food processor, then garnish with the toppings.ย Ta-ah!
This recipe is a delicious twist to the classic hummus recipe, which is usually made with chickpeas; today, I will make hummus using butter beans.
For this dip recipe, my favourite bean to use is butter beans, which is a type of lima beans; they have a creamy, buttery texture and slightly nutty flavour, making them perfect for dips.
My advice to achieve a smooth and creamy texture is to beat the ingredients in the food processor for at least 2-3 minutes. If you donโt have a food processor, blend it in a high-speed blender until you get a smooth texture.
Ingredients
Butter beans:ย I used canned butter beans; you have to drain and rinse these white beans before using them. Also, Garbanzo beans work well in this recipe.
Garlic: I used fresh garlic cloves.
Tahini: It adds great flavour and texture. If you don't know what it is, It is a paste made using 100% sesame seeds; it is usually available in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern grocery stores.
Salt, pepper and cumin: For seasoning. You may also add some dried herbs such as basil or thyme.
Lemons juice: Use fresh lemon juice to get the best out of it.
Olive oil: I prefer to use extra virgin olive oil plus more to serve.
Water: I used warm water to loosen the consistency of the mixture.
Parsley: Use freshly chopped parsley to garnish.
Chives: Add freshly chopped chives to add more flavour to the dip.
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How to Make Butter Bean Hummus with Canned Beans
One: In the food processor, add garlic, tahini, butter beans and lemon juice, mix until you have a thick paste.
Two: While mixing, pour in a tiny stream the olive oil followed by the water to loosen the consultancy.
Three: Add salt, pepper and cumin, stir, then transfer the mixture into a serving bowl.
Four: Add a drizzle of olive oil and sprinkle the chopped parsley and chives on top, then serve.
Tip: Taste and adjust the flavour to your liking; add more salt, pepper or lemon juice. You may also adjust the texture to your liking and add more water for a thin constancy.
Make Hummus With Dried Butter Beans
To make this recipe with dried butter beans:
- Buy dry white beans and soak in water overnight.
- Rinse and drain the beans well
- Put the beans in a pot and cover them with cold water.
- Now, bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer the beans for 25-30 minutes or until the beans are soft and tender, then follow the recipe instructions.
Top Tips
- Remember to add warm water as it gives a smoother texture to the dip. Also, make sure to add just the right amount until you get the desired texture.
- You may use more olive oil or use greek yoghurt instead of tahini if you like. But it is best to add tahini for that extra flavour.
- You can also skip olive oil completely and just use tahini to make this recipe oil-free.
Variations & Substitutions
- This hummus recipe is versatile and can be customized based on how you like it. You can add your favourite spices, sun-dried tomatoes, red peppers, cayenne, smoked paprika and a lot more for extra flavour.
- You can substitute fresh garlic with garlic powder or roasted garlic.
- Add green onions, rosemary, dill or any other dried or fresh herbs of your choice for added flavour.
- Add some lemon zest for extra flavor.
- Give it some heat and add half a tablespoon of sriracha or some chilli powder.
Serving Suggestions
This recipe also makes a good side dish with almost anything or as a sandwich spread.
I love to serve this hummus with Boom Boom Shrimp, Lamb Seekh Kebab or Maple Chicken Thighs. You may also spread it on a sandwich or serve it as a dip with pita chips or vegetable sticks.
Or serve with Fish Rice or Cajun Rice Dressing, It can be used in a lot more ways; however, you like it.
Storage
To store: You can store this homemade hummus in an air-tight container in a refrigerator for 5 to 7 days.
To freeze: You can freeze it for up to 3 months. Freeze in an air-tight container and thaw it at room temperature before using.
Recipe FAQs
Your white bean dip may be dry because you are not using the right amount of tahini. It adds some depth of flavour and richness to the dip. Or because you didn't use any water or olive oil.
Make sure to add just the right amount of water, as thinning out the dip will make the dip less flavourful. Also, add enough seasoning and spices to get the best flavour from the dip.
Yes, all the ingredients in this recipe are vegan-friendly.
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Recipe Card
Butter Bean Hummus
Ingredients
- 2x400 g butter beans, dried and rinsed
- 1 clove garlic
- โ cup tahini
- ยฝ teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ยฝ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 lemon juice
- 75 ml olive oil, plus etra for drzzile
- 150 ml warm water
- ยผ cup chopped parsley
- ยผ cup chopped chives
Instructions
- In the food processor, add garlic, tahini, butterbeans and lemon juice, mix.1 clove garlic, โ cup tahini, 1 lemon juice, 2x400 g butter beans, dried and rinsed
- While mixing, pour in a tiny stream the olive oil followed by the water to loosen the consultancy.75 ml olive oil, plus etra for drzzile, 150 ml warm water
- Add salt, pepper and cumin, stir, then transfer the mixture into a serving bowl.ยฝ teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, ยฝ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Sprinkle the chopped parsley and chives on top, then serve.ยผ cup chopped parsley, ยผ cup chopped chives
Notes
- To achieve a smooth texture, use a food processor for at least 2-3 minutes. If you donโt have a food processor, blend it in a mixer until you get a smooth texture.
- Remember to add warm water as it gives a smoother texture to the dip. Also make sure to add just the right amount until you get the desired texture.
- You may use olive oil instead of tahini for the texture. But it is best to add tahini for that extra flavour.
- You can also skip olive oil completely and just use tahini to make this recipe oil-free.
Gina says
Can I use lime instead of lemon juice?
Radwa says
Yes, you can.
Pam says
Delicious! my whole family loved it.
Lora says
So easy and delicious, to me, it is better than hummus as I love butter beans more than chickpeas.