Lemony White Bean Hummus

Name: Lemony White Bean Hummus
Prep time: 15
Cook time: 20

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4.4 out of 5 stars (based on 30 reviews)

15 min prep

6 servings

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8 ingredients

This lemony white bean hummus will blow you over! It is super delicious and a wonderful alternative to the more traditional chickpea version. This creamy spread is bursting with protein, minerals, and fiber. It...

1 (15-ounce) can of cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
¼ cup tahini
½ teaspoon cumin
1 lemon, juiced and zested
Sea salt to taste
2 teaspoons olive oil for drizzling
¼ teaspoon Aleppo pepper flakes (optional)
Chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

158 cals

Fat

7 g

Saturated Fat

1 g

Polyunsaturated Fat

3 g

Monounsaturated Fat

3 g

Carbohydrates

18 g

Sugar

1 g

Fiber

5 g

Protein

7 g

Sodium

217 mg

Directions

In the bowl of a food processor, place the cannellini beans, tahini, cumin, lemon juice, and zest. Puree the beans until smooth. Season with salt to taste.
Heap onto a plate and spread out with a knife. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with Aleppo pepper if using and parsley. Serve with a selection of veggie sticks or homemade Whole Wheat Pita Chips.

Chef Tips

If you can’t find Aleppo pepper, sprinkle with regular red pepper flakes.

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Lemony White Bean Hummus