Black Bean Hummus

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Recipe Source: National Pork Board

Ingredients

• 16 ounces black beans, drained
• 16 ounces butter beans, drained
• 1 clove of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons tahini (sesame seed paste)
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 dash of salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 bunch of fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Place all ingredients except salt, pepper and cilantro in food processor bowl; blend together well. Season to taste with salt and pepper; cover and chill.

Garnish with cilantro and serve with fresh crudités and homemade whole-wheat pita chips.

Makes about 3 cups (18 servings).

Nutrition Facts
Number of Servings: 18
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 76
Total Fat: 4 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 110 mg
Total Carbohydrate: 7 g
Dietary Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 3 g