Black Bean & Chickpea Hummus {Meatless Mondays}

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 Black Bean & Chickpea Hummus

Hummus is one of my favorite snacks ever. Any time of day or night, hummus always hits the spot.

Since our family is from the Middle East, hummus has just always been a part of life. It makes regular appearances on the breakfast table, and whether you eat it with pita bread, veggies, or use it as a sandwich spread, it’s a perfect addition to any meal or snack.

Not only is it a tasty dip, it also packs a hefty nutritional punch, since it’s loaded with protein and healthy fats.

Black Bean & Chickpea Hummus

One way to add even more nutrition to hummus, is by adding black beans to the mix. Black beans add even more protein, as well as a healthy dose of fiber to help move things along and keep our digestive tract in optimal health.

This recipe was so tasty, I think I might almost prefer it to the traditional chickpea-only hummus… almost. :)

And what’s even sweeter is just how easy it is to make – just dump everything in the food processor and you’re good to go!

Black Bean & Chickpea Hummus

Black Bean & Chickpea Hummus

Black Bean & Chickpea Hummus

Author: Sarah @ Nature’s Nurture
Adapted from [url href="http://www.food.com/recipe/hummus-with-black-beans-and-chickpeas-130987"]Food.com[/url]
Ingredients
  • 2 cups black beans, rinsed and drained well if canned
  • 1 cup chickpeas, rinsed and drained well if canned
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/3 cup olive oil + more to taste
Instructions
  1. Add all ingredients to food processor, and puree until smooth.
  2. If it seems a bit dry, add a little more olive oil to achieve desired consistency.
  3. Chill until ready to serve.

 

Sarah UmmYousef

Sarah UmmYousef is a former school teacher turned stay-at-home wife and mama with a passion for all things simple, natural, and homemade. She loves the natural world, and believes the solutions to many of the world’s ailments lie in nature. Her blog, , began as a way to document her family’s journey to a greener home, but has since become a thriving community and resource for those wishing to take small steps towards a more eco-friendly, natural and sustainable lifestyle. Follow her on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and Pinterest.

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