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Creamy red kidney bean hummus served in a bowl with tortilla chips and fresh vegetables.
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Red Kidney Bean Hummus

Creamy red kidney bean hummus with tahini, garlic, and lemon. Use it as a dip for vegetables, pita, bowls, sandwiches and much more.
Course Breakfast, Dinner, Dips, Dressings and Sauces, Lunch
Cuisine Mediterranean
Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 6
Calories
Author Kate Hahnel

Equipment

  • Hand blender

Ingredients

  • 1 15 oz can red kidney beans
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoon tahini
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon sumac or smoked paprika or more, to taste
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ¾ teaspoon salt (use more or less, to taste)
  • black pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoon ice-cold water

Instructions

  • Start by rinsing and draining the red kidney beans well.
    Red kidney beans in a colander, drained and rinsed.
  • Add the kidney beans, minced garlic, tahini, cumin, sumac (or smoked paprika), lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to a food processor.
  • Slowly pour in the ice-cold water and blend until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed.
    Kidney beans, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and seasonings inside a hand blender.
  • Taste the hummus and adjust the salt, pepper, or spices if needed.
  • Transfer to a bowl and serve with vegetables, pita, crackers, or spread on sandwiches and wraps.
    Creamy red kidney bean hummus served in a bowl with tortilla chips and fresh vegetables.

Notes

  • Adjust the consistency - If the hummus is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water and blend again until you reach your desired consistency.
  • Blend longer than you think - Let the food processor run for an extra 30 to 60 seconds after the hummus looks smooth. This helps make the texture even creamier.
  • Use your favorite spices - add chili flakes for spice, curry powder, or your favorite seasonings.
  • Allow to rest - If you have time, let the hummus sit in the fridge for about 20 minutes before serving. The flavors will blend and develop more depth.
  • You can use an ice cube instead of ice-cold water.