White Bean Hummus (original) (raw)

My family is a hummus family, through and through. My husband, stepdaughter, and I love to make White Bean Hummus, cut up a ton of veggies, and put on a big spread for a healthy snack! Now, my 3 year old daughter has joined the gang, and she’s crazy about this hummus, too. It’s a crowd-pleaser and works out to be much cheaper than store-bought hummus! You only need 5 ingredients and a food processor to make this delicious, protein-packed dip. I’m sure your family will love it just as much as mine does!

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What is White Bean Hummus?

We’ve been on a white bean kick recently here at Budget Bytes (Tuscan white bean stuffed tomatoes or chicken sausage white bean skillet, anyone?!), so it only makes sense that I share my favorite white bean hummus recipe with y’all. It’s just as delicious as traditional chickpea hummus but is made with creamy white beans instead. I add canned cannellini beans, toasted garlic, lemon juice, tahini, and olive oil to a food processor and blend until smooth—that’s it!

Side note: I love following Dr. Joel Fuhrman, and one of his teachings has always stuck with me: G-BOMBS! Fit in greens, beans, onions, mushrooms, berries, and seeds daily, and you’re on the road to excellent health. This easy white bean hummus recipe combines a few of those requirements, so it’s always in my refrigerator as an easy-to-grab snack!

Aside from the cannellini beans, this recipe stays true to the classic ingredients found in regular hummus. Here’s what you’ll need to make this homemade white bean hummus recipe:

• Cannellini Beans: Most of us probably have a few tins of this creamy white bean in the pantry, making it a great option for a last-minute dip! Drain and rinse the beans before using. Butter beans, navy, and Great Northern beans could also work.
• Tahini: This is a paste made from ground sesame seeds. It’s one of the main ingredients in most hummus recipes and adds a nutty, slightly bitter flavor. You can usually find it in the nut butter or international aisle of your grocery store.
• Garlic: Crush your garlic cloves to release all that delicious flavor. We’ll toast them in a skillet before blending to mellow out the sharpness.
• Olive Oil: Use it to cook the garlic and to add richness to the hummus.
• Lemon Juice: Adds a bright acidity that balances out the creaminess of the beans and tahini.
• Water: Use some cold water to thin out the hummus to your desired consistency.
• Seasonings: Salt and black pepper enhance the flavors of this white bean hummus.

Serving Suggestions

This white bean dip is the best snack to take on the go! I dip everything from carrots and celery to crackers and pita bread in it. If you’re serving this hummus at a party, try drizzling some extra olive oil, fresh herbs, and crushed red pepper on top (as I did in these photos!). Here are a few more ideas for serving this creamy cannellini bean hummus:

• Spread it on your favorite sandwiches or wraps
• Use it as the base for these Mediterranean hummus bowls
• Mix it into cooked pasta for a simple and delicious sauce (add a little water to thin it out, if needed)
• Serve it as a side with roasted or grilled vegetables
• Level up your breakfast game by making hummus breakfast tacos!

Storage Instructions

This recipe for white bean hummus makes about 4 cups, so there’s a good chance you’ll have leftovers. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also drizzle a thin layer of olive oil on top of the hummus before storing to help keep it fresher for longer, but this is optional.

Cost 4.15recipe/4.15 recipe / 4.15recipe/0.34 serving

You won't miss the chickpeas in this protein-packed white bean hummus! It's creamy, flavorful, and so easy to make at home.

Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.

• ▢ 2 cans cannellini beans, strained and rinsed ($1.72)

• ▢ ½ cup tahini ($1.28)

• ▢ 3 Tbsp olive oil ($0.57)

• ▢ 3 cloves garlic, crushed ($0.15)

• ▢ 4 Tbsp lemon juice ($0.20)

• ▢ ¼ tsp salt ($0.01)

• ▢ 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper ($0.22)

• ▢ ¼ cup cold water ($0.00)

• Gather all your ingredients and set aside until time to use.

• In a small frying pan, combine smashed garlic cloves and olive oil. Cook on medium low heat to gently cook the garlic, swirling it in the pan occasionally to infuse the olive oil. After about 4 minutes or when the garlic has some light color on it, remove pan from heat.

• In a food processor, combine cannellini beans, tahini, olive oil and garlic from the frying pan, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Process until smooth, streaming in cold water as-needed to help blend and smoothen the hummus.

• Adjust salt and pepper to your liking and serve with fresh vegetables, toasted pita or crackers. Enjoy!

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Serving: 1servingCalories: 145kcal (7%)Carbohydrates: 14g (5%)Protein: 6g (12%)Fat: 9g (14%)Sodium: 210mg (9%)Fiber: 4g (17%)

The nutrition data is automatically calculated using all ingredients listed on the recipe card, including any listed as optional. Percentages are of daily value.

how to make White Bean Hummus – step by step photos

Gather all your ingredients and set aside until time to use.

In a small frying pan, combine 3 smashed garlic cloves and 3 Tbsp olive oil. Cook on medium low heat to gently cook the garlic, swirling it in the pan occasionally to infuse the olive oil.

After about 4 minutes or when the garlic has some light color on it, remove pan from heat.

In a food processor, combine 2 cans cannellini beans, ½ cup tahini, the olive oil and garlic from the frying pan, 4 Tbsp lemon juice, ¼ tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper.

Process until smooth, streaming in ¼ cup cold water as-needed to help blend and smoothen the hummus.

Adjust salt and pepper to your liking and serve with fresh vegetables, toasted pita or crackers. Enjoy!

Who knew making hummus at home could be so simple? This creamy white bean hummus is the perfect snack or appetizer for the whole family!

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Jess RiceJess Rice finds joy and purpose in instructing aspiring chefs and home cooks alike. Chef Jess was recently working as a Chef Professor at Niagara College in Canadian wine country, teaching international students from all over the world food theory and classic culinary techniques before moving back to Nashville. Her diverse experience also includes working (literally) every position in a restaurant to traveling all over the world as a private chef to celebrities and rock ‘n roll legends. As a successful restaurateur, she helped shape the local food scene in Nashville with the debut of her raw vegan restaurant AVO and its innovative and flavorful offerings. Jess’ passion for culinary excellence is evident in her diverse roles within the dynamic world of food. She’s excited to share her love for food with our readers at BudgetBytes