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    "Home" » Recipes » Healthy Lunches and Savoury Snacks

    Butter Bean Hummus

    Published: Feb 21, 2022 · Modified: Feb 21, 2022 by Wendy

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    If you are a fan of hummus, then this butter bean hummus certainly won't disappoint. It's particularly creamy, and the mild flavour of butter beans combines well with the classic combination of garlic and lemon.

    Butter bean hummus

    Why make butter bean hummus?

    Hummus is super healthy and nutritious, and homemade hummus is particularly good as you'll be able to avoid cheap processed oils. It's a great way to enjoy extra pulses in your diet, and butter beans are packed with health benefits. As well as being a good source of protein, they are rich in vitamins and minerals. Butter beans are a good source of potassium, magnesium, folate, iron, zinc, and they also contain calcium. They are also a really good source of fibre which has numerous health benefits and helps to keep you feeling full. 

    This butter bean hummus is also really quick and easy to make, and uses only store cupboard ingredients. So pop a can or two of butter beans in the cupboard, and you'll have a good standby option for a quick lunch or health snack.

    Ingredients

    Ingredients for butter bean hummus

    Butter beans. You'll need cooked beans for this recipe. I used a can of beans, but you could also use home cooked beans if you prefer.

    Olive oil. Try to use a good quality olive oil, as you'll get more health benefits from cold pressed oil. You could also use another healthy oil if you prefer.

    Lemon. You'll just be using the juice in this recipe, which will give a fresh tasting flavour. If you want a distinct lemony flavour, you could add a little of the zest too.

    Garlic. I find the flavour of raw garlic quite pungent, so in this recipe I've soaked the garlic for a few minutes in the lemon juice which takes the harshness from the flavour. Chop the garlic very finely to ensure no chunks remain after blending. If you have it, then roasted garlic would also be ideal as it has a more mellow flavour. If you want to use garlic powder rather than fresh garlic, you'll need about an eighth of a teaspoon. Remember though, although garlic powder is convenient to use, you'll lose some of the health benefits using processed rather than fresh garlic.

    Seasoning. Add salt and pepper to taste

    Water. You'll need to add a little water to the mix otherwise it will be too thick. If you are using a can of beans, you can use some of the 'juice' from the can which will add another layer of flavour. But if you are using home cooked beans, or have already drained the can, just plain tap water will be fine.

    Optional ingredients

    You might like to add a little paprika or chopped parsley or chives as a garnish.

    How to make butter bean hummus

    Butter bean hummus really is incredibly easy to make. You can either use a small food processor, a blender or a hand held immersion blender and a tall jug.

    If you are using raw garlic, peel and finely chop the clove (I just used half a clove in this recipe). Then soak the garlic for a few minutes in the tablespoon of lemon juice whilst you assemble the rest of the ingredients.

    Soaking garlic in lemon juice

    Then add all of the ingredients to the blender, and blitz until smooth. If necessary, scrape down the sides a couple of times, and make sure that the mix is perfectly smooth.

    Blitzing butter beans

    Serving and storage

    Serve this delicious butter bean hummus just as you would a traditional hummus. Enjoy it as a dip for veggies or corn chips, or as a sandwich or wrap filling. It also works well served with these quick flatbreads, or gluten free seed bread. Add a bowl of homemade soup and you've got a delicious and nutritious lunch:)

    Butter bean hummus on seed bread
    Butter bean hummus served with gluten free seed bread

    You can store butter bean hummus in the fridge for 4-5 days, and it also freezes well.

    Frequently asked questions

    What are butter beans?

    Butter beans are a large white bean with a creamy texture. In some countries, they are also known as lima beans.

    Can I use a different type of bean to make this hummus recipe?

    I find butter beans work well in this recipe as they are creamy and break down easily. But you could also use another variety such as cannelini beans if you prefer.

    Are canned beans already cooked?

    Yes they are. For this recipe you need cooked beans, so canned beans are convenient. But you can use home cooked beans as well. (I often cook up a large batch and freeze portions in small containers for convenience.)

    You might also like...

    • 2 ingredient hummus
    • Gluten Free Seed Bread
    • Quick Wholemeal Flatbreads
    • Gluten Free Cheese Scones

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    Butter bean hummus

    Butter Bean Hummus

    Wendy
    This butter bean hummus is especially creamy, and quick and easy to make. Super nutritious, an ideal lunch or healthy snack.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 0 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Lunch, Savoury Snack
    Cuisine Healthy
    Servings 4
    Calories 123 kcal

    Equipment

    • Blender or food processor

    Ingredients
      

    • 400 g canned butter beans drained and liquid reserved
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin if possible
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • ½ clove garlic peeled and very finely chopped or crushed
    • 6 tablespoon juice from butter beans or use plain water
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ⅛ teaspoon pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Soak the chopped garlic in the lemon juice for 5 minutes.
    • Add the butter beans, olive oil, measured butter bean juice or water and seasoning to a blender or food processor. Add the garlic and lemon juice.
    • Blitz until smooth. If necessary, scrape down the sides of the processor or blender and blitz again. Adjust the consistency with extra water if required.

    Notes

    • If you prefer, you can use roasted garlic rather than raw for a mellower flavour. You won't need to soak the roasted garlic.
    • If you want to use garlic powder instead, use about an eight of a teaspoon.
    • Extra virgin olive oil is ideal as it has a good flavour and health benefits. But if you prefer, use another type of healthy oil.
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    1. Nancy

      May 26, 2022 at 11:21 am

      5 stars
      We eat a lot of hummus and love this, it's so creamy.

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