Easy to make, healthy, small batch Black Bean Hummus recipe is the perfect amount to serve one, two, or just a few. A delicious alternative to traditional chickpea hummus. Enjoy with raw vegetables, crackers or tortilla chips or spread on sandwiches. No tahini needed!
I've been making homemade black bean hummus for many years. Once I realized how easy it could be made from a few pantry and kitchen staples, I could never justify buying packaged hummus from the store.
Hummus is super easy to make. In just a few minutes with a food processor or a blender, you can have a batch ready for dipping. Once you've made your own, I guarantee that you won't want to purchase hummus from the store. Trust me, homemade tastes 10 times better.
Why This Recipe Works
- Black bean hummus is quick and easy to make.
- You only need 1 can of black beans.
- This hummus is creamy and smooth and is made without tahini!
Ingredient Notes
See recipe box below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.
- Black beans: Use 1 (15-ounce) can of drained and rinsed black beans. You can also use home cooked black beans.
- Garlic: 1 fresh garlic clove is best but you can use ⅛ of a teaspoon of garlic powder if you don't have fresh.
- Olive oil: I use extra virgin olive oil in this black bean hummus recipe as well as in every other recipe on One Dish Kitchen that calls for olive oil. Extra virgin olive oil is the least processed form of olive oil. It is an unrefined oil and the highest-quality olive oil you can buy. Because of the way extra virgin olive oil is made, it retains more true olive taste. It also contains more of the vitamins and minerals found in olives. It's my favorite type of olive oil to use but you may use a lighter olive oil instead.
- Lemon juice and white wine vinegar: For excellent flavor!
- Spices: Ground cumin, salt, and black pepper
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Expert Tips
- For a spicy black bean hummus, add cayenne pepper to the food processor or blender when blending the ingredients. Start with a pinch and add more as desired.
- Serve hummus with sliced carrots, red peppers, cucumbers or with crackers, tortilla chips or as a sandwich spread.
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe will yield about ¾ cup.
Yes, for many people it is. It is also gluten free and dairy free too.
It will last for 4-5 days in the fridge.
Other Recipes Made With Canned Black Beans
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- Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl
- Turkey Chili For One
- Taco Salad
- Make Ahead Breakfast Burritos
Other Small Batch Dip Recipes
If you like this small batch black bean hummus recipe, you might also like to try any of these dip recipes:
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Recipe
Small Batch Black Bean Hummus
See the post above for expert tips,
FAQs and ways to use leftover ingredients.
Video
Equipment
- mini food processor or blender
Ingredients
- 1 15-ounce can black beans , drained and rinsed
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
Instructions
- Blend all of the ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth.
- Transfer to a bowl and enjoy with crackers, chips, raw vegetables or spread on sandwiches.
Notes
- For a spicy black bean hummus, add cayenne pepper to the food processor or blender when blending the ingredients. Start with a pinch and add more as desired.
- Serve hummus with sliced carrots, red peppers, cucumbers or with crackers, tortilla chips or as a sandwich spread.
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
MK says
As a frequent hummus consumer, this recipe with black beans is a great way to switch it up from the traditional use of garbanzo beans. Super simple to make and pairs well with whatever you're going to eat it with. Word of advice: Professionals eat hummus with just spoons or fingers.
Monice says
I love hummus but I never knew it was so easy to make! I'll have to try this for sure 🙂
Joanie Zisk says
So easy! I hope you love it
Evi says
That sounds delicious! I'd love to try!
Tadeja says
Delicious, I love black bean but never thought of making them into hummus. And oddly enough, I find it quite hard finding black beans in store over here in Europe. In Italy nobody black beans are not traditionally on the menu, so it's quite a challenge getting my hands on 'em.
Joanie Zisk says
Hi Tadeja, If you can't find black beans, use chickpeas or garbanzo beans instead. Use the same ingredients but taste the hummus and add a touch more of the lemon juice, salt and pepper if necessary.
Mary says
I love this! I always buy store bought hummus because I was always to scared to make it on my own! Thanks for sharing, will have to try
Joanie Zisk says
Super easy, hope you get the chance to try it.
Lauren says
This looks really good, I love how easy it is to make too... I think I actually have all these ingredients which never happens! ha!
Joanie Zisk says
I always seem to have these ingredients on hand so I make it often. Hope you get the chance to give it a try.
Crystal Lopez says
I have never made black bean hummus but it is on my to do list! My kids love hummus so much I keep a stock pile on hand for easy snacks and side dishes for dinner! This sounds amazing and a serious must try!
Joanie Zisk says
It's such a healthy snack, we love hummus too!
Kat Jeter says
I love hummus and I have always made it with chickpeas. I don't know why I've never thought to use black beans since they are my go-to bean for everything else! Can't wait to try this.
Susanne says
I love this healthy snack that I can put together for myself! It looks so satisfying! I can't wait to try it!!
Susanne
Karen Osmon says
Love hummus, thanks for sharing! Question tho, which type of olive oil do you use? EVOO or a a light olive oil?
Joanie Zisk says
Hi Karen,
Any type of olive oil will work perfectly fine. I usually use extra-virgin because I always have a bottle in my pantry and use it all the time, but light tastes great in this recipe too.