Spicy Black Bean Hummus

spicy black bean hummus
DifficultyBeginnerYields1 ServingCategory
 1 15 oz. (425g) can black beans, drained and rinsed. (keep bean juice)
 1 small jalapeño, diced and seeds removed
 ¼ cup cilantro, chopped with stem
 ½ tsp sea salt
 2 cloves garlic
 1 tsp ground cumin
 ½ tsp paprika
 1 tbsp olive oil
 4 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
1

Drain and rinse canned black beans, Set bean juice on the side for later.

2

Add all ingredients to a food processor.

3

Blend until smooth. That’s it.

4

If the hummus is too thick, add bean or lime juice.

5

Other considerations:

Garnish with cilantro, paprika and a lime wedge.

Serve with veggies such as carrots, celery, broccoli and even roasted sweet potato.

Add pita chips, or any type of whole grain bread and crackers.

Leftovers? Use as a spread for an avocado & tomato sandwich or veggie wrap with pico de gallo salsa.

Black beans are a great source of protein and fiber.

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