Description
This creamy White Bean Garlic Hummus is a flavorful twist on the classic hummus, made with Great Northern white beans, roasted garlic, and a blend of spices. Perfect as a healthy dip for crackers, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetables, this easy recipe combines smooth white beans with aromatic garlic and zesty lemon for a delicious and nutritious snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
Garlic Oil:
- 2 Tablespoons fresh garlic, sliced
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Hummus Base:
- Two 15.8 ounce cans Great Northern White Beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 Teaspoon cumin
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 Teaspoon salt
- 1 Teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Garlic Oil: Place the olive oil and sliced garlic in a medium saucepan. Cook over low to medium heat until the garlic reaches a light brown color to infuse the oil. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Then strain the garlic using a sieve, placing the garlic slices in a small bowl and keeping the garlic-infused olive oil separate.
- Make the Hummus: Add the rinsed and drained white beans to a food processor. Add the reserved garlic slices, lemon juice, and cumin to the beans. Process until the mixture is smooth.
- Add Olive Oil and Seasonings: While the food processor is running, slowly pour in the garlic-infused olive oil in a steady stream to blend into the bean mixture smoothly. Then add salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes and process again just to combine all the flavors evenly.
- Chill and Serve: Transfer the hummus to a container and refrigerate until cold. Serve as a dip with crackers, tortilla chips, or a variety of cut fresh vegetables for a healthy snack or appetizer.
Notes
- Cooking the garlic slowly in olive oil mellows its flavor and prevents the hummus from tasting too sharp or raw.
- Be sure to rinse and drain the canned beans well to reduce sodium and avoid a metallic taste.
- For a smoother texture, peel the beans before processing, though this is optional and time-consuming.
- This hummus can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes based on your preferred spiciness level.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
