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Black Bean Hummus Recipe: How to Make Black Bean Hummus

Name: Black Bean Hummus Recipe: How to Make Black Bean Hummus
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 10-12
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 garlic clove; 2 14-ounce cans of black beans, drained and rinsed; 2–3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons lime juice or lemon juice; ½–1 small jalapeño or serrano chile, finely diced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste; ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

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Last updated: Jul 24, 2026 • 2 min read

This bean dip with bright, Mexican-inspired flavors makes a great appetizer alongside toasted triangles of soft pita, tortilla chips, or assorted veggies.

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What Is Black Bean Hummus?

Black bean “hummus” is a smooth, spicy bean dip in the style of traditional hummus, which is made with tahini and chickpeas. Black bean hummus is a gluten-free appetizer often served alongside crudités, pita chips, bread, and/or tortilla chips. Typically, black bean hummus contains garlic, japaleño peppers, tahini, lemon juice, spices, and black beans (instead of garbanzo beans like its Middle Eastern counterpart).

3 Tips for Making Black Bean Hummus

Black bean hummus is easy to whip up on short notice, but if you have the time, there are a few ways to refine the process:

1. Use fresh beans: Like homemade hummus, the best way to elevate a dip’s texture is to use fresh beans. The beans will need to soak overnight to soften, which helps them cook quicker. You can use a pressure cooker to speed up the cooking process.
2. Adjust the heat: Black bean hummus is highly customizable. Choose a type of pepper that suits you: Smoky chipotle, mild pasilla, or paprika can all stand in for cayenne. Learn more about Mexican chile peppers in our complete guide.
3. Storage: Black bean hummus is best enjoyed fresh. However, you can make a batch in advance and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.

Roasted Garlic Black Bean Hummus Recipe

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makes

10-12

prep time

10 min

total time

35 min

cook time

25 min

Ingredients

1 garlic clove
2 14-ounce cans of black beans, drained and rinsed
2–3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice or lemon juice
½–1 small jalapeño or serrano chile, finely diced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

1
To make the roasted garlic, preheat the oven to 400°F. Slice off the very top of the bulb to expose the cloves within. Place the garlic on a square of aluminum foil, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap, then roast for 20 minutes. Remove the cloves from the oven, and let them cool. When they are cool enough to handle, remove the cloves (they should pop out easily) and set them aside.
2
Combine garlic cloves, black beans, olive oil, cilantro stems, jalapeño, cumin, cayenne, and salt in a food processor. Blend until smooth, adding a little oil if the mixture appears too thick or dry. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding a bit more lime juice, heat, or salt to preference.
3
Transfer the dip to a large bowl, and serve with accompaniments.

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