Black Bean Hummus

Black Bean Hummus is a appetizer recipe built around garlic, olive oil and tahini. Plan on 8 Servings (2 cups) and about 10 minutes.

• Yield 8 Servings (2 cups)
• Ready in 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (rinsed and drained)
• 1 clove garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• Juice of 1/2 lime (about 1/2 - 1 tablespoon)
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 2 tablespoons packed chopped cilantro
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a food processor blender, combine all of the ingredients. Process until smooth, adding a tablespoon of hot water at a time if needed to thin the consistency. Don't forget to add salt and pepper to taste!
2. Serve with toasted pita chips, pretzel crisps, tortilla chips, fresh veggies or whatever your heart desires.

Give it a minute off the heat, then serve it while it is still hot.