This healthy home-made black bean hummus is one of my very favorite recipes. It is naturally gluten-free and vegan! It’s the perfect party food or a healthy snack.
I cannot wait for you to try this black bean hummus recipe with lime, coriander and fresh cilantro because it is so good. Actually “good” doesn’t even cover it. “Crazy Yummy” might be a better way to describe it. And that may even be an understatement. It makes a delicious snack and it would be a great healthy recipe to make for a Super Bowl party. 
Like traditional chickpea hummus it has sesame tahini, olive oil and garlic. And it is pureed until it is nice and smooth. I drizzle oil over the top too. But that’s where the similarities kind of stop between this black bean hummus and regular traditional hummus. Instead of chickpeas, this hummus is made with black beans, obviously. I also added ground coriander seed, fresh cilantro and lime juice (instead of lemon.) And because Calivirgin sent me some, I used jalapeno infused olive oil to drizzle on the top.
I made baked tortilla chips to go with it instead of serving the traditional pita bread with it. But then once they were gone, the girls and I just used crackers to dip in it. That was pretty off the charts as well. I am betting it would make awesome tortilla roll-ups or vegetarian sandwich filling too. Heck even celery would be great dipped in it!
Sorry, I feel the need to gush about this recipe for one more minute. Really, I know I totally exaggerate like all the time, but I mean it wen I say it is shockingly good. When I tasted it I was like OMG my peeps are going to love this so much! It is such a simple recipe and it only takes 10 minutes to make! That it is vegan and gluten-free is merely icing on the awesome cake. What more could you ask for?
Without a doubt this black bean hummus makes the Best of Healthy Seasonal Recipes list. I am so so so excited for you to try it. You will make it again and again.
Ok gushing about the hummus over….Let’s talk about the Super Bowl for a sec. The Super Bowl can be kind of a pig out can’t it? I am cool with that, but I personally try to make sure that there are some healthy options on the table so I can eat mostly those, and then just sample the naughtier stuff in moderation. {Like making this black bean hummus with either whole-grain pitas, or home-made baked tortilla chips would be an easy 10 minute recipe to add to the mix. Oops, sorry I said I would stop.} I also make sure there are raw veggies and home-made dip too. I eat them, and the extra bonus is that so do my daughters. My kids only stay up until half-time, but they do watch the game with us until then. It always makes me so happy to see them eating all those veggies.
Which brings me to my Back to basics tip of the day.
Back to Basics
If you’re looking for more healthy Super Bowl recipe ideas here are a few of my favorites.
Vegan and gluten-free recipe for Black Bean Hummus. Flavored with coriander, fresh cilantro and lime. This is so good for a healthy snack or appetizer. Bring it to a Super Bowl party or serve it in a vegetarian sandwich.
Ingredients
- 1 clove garlic, peeled
- 1 14-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling if desired
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon tahini
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander seed
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Fit food processor with steel blade attachment, close lid and turn on. Drop garlic through feed tube of food processor and allow to process until finely chopped. Open food processor, and add beans, oil, lime juice, tahini, ground coriander and salt. Process until smooth. Scrape sides, add cilantro and process to combine. Serve drizzled with additional oil if desired.
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This looks amazing!! We love refried beans but this looks SO much tastier! Perfect for the Superbowl:)
Thank you Elizabeth. I agree that it makes a perfect dip for the Super Bowl.
This looks so good! I’ve heard of this idea before, but I’ve never tried it. This recipe is definitely worth trying.
You should give it a try for sure Annemarie. It is so easy, only 10 minutes!
I’m a fan of every bean dip! So good! Love black beans!
I love them too. I grew up on the canned Frito Lay bean dip– this is about 1000 better (maybe more) :)!!
Seriously who needs chips with this!!!! Just pass me a spoon – LOVE that you added ground coriander seed to this black bean hummus – FREAKIN BRILLIANT idea!
I love ground coriander seed, especially with citrus and/or any type of chili pepper. So it seemed like a natural fit for this dip. So glad you love it Shashi.
I’m obsessed with TJ’s black bean dip, and this looks like an even better version! Just hand me a spoon, no need for chips! 😉 Pinned!
Oh, I haven’t had TJs before. I’ll have to look for that.
Hummus and black beans hold two special places in my heart…so why have I not made my own?! Can’t wait to give this a go! Pinned!
Thank you Meg, and for pinning!
Love this twist on an old favorite! Beautiful photos (as always 🙂 )
Thank you Anne. I am so happy with the way these came out especially considering the greyish purple color of the dip itself. Thank goodness for chopped cilantro! Ha ha!
I made this awesome dip this evening for the 50th b-day party of a great friend, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about it, the bowl was nearly licked clean. A big hit in Amsterdam! Thanks!
Licked clean? That is a true compliment Kieran! Thank you so much for reporting back to us. I am so glad you loved it.
GAH!! I just stumbled upon your blog and I am obsessing over this dip!! Jalapeno infused olive oil?! I must get my hands on some of that! Sooo yummy!
Hi Jen and Emily! Thank you so much for stopping by. Glad you are here. And OMG, the jalapeno oil is fantastic. It tastes so fresh and green and SPICY! I love it to bits.
wow I never made black bean hummus, I should try this, thanks for sharing the recipe 🙂
Yes give it a try for sure Amallia. Thank you for stopping by!
YUM. I LOVE back beans, and this looks incredible!! Stunning photos too!
Thank you so much for the compliment about the photos Becca. I appreciate it. So glad you came by.
I love hummus but never have made it myself before – let alone made a black bean version. This is a must try recipe for me!
Oh you gotta try it then! It’s so easy to make from scratch.
Ok, this is totally happening this weekend. I have all the ingredients to make it on hand and the flavors are simply irresistible! Excellent hummus recipe, Katie!
So glad to hear it! Have a great weekend, and let me know how it comes out! Cheers.
Katie, just had to let you know that I am in love with this recipe! Just made it for a healthy tailgating snack and it won’t be my last time either 😉
Yay! I am so glad you like it. If you ever get your hands on the jalapeno oil, promise me you’ll try it on top. It is even better!
Beautiful images and super recipe! I will definitely try it! 🙂
So glad to hear it! Please come back and rate it when you have a second. Happy cooking!
I love black beans and always look for different ways to prepare them. I also look for healthy dips that I can use with veggies instead of chips. Think I found one. Thanks.
Awesome! We love black beans as well! Thanks for visiting today and have a good one Pam.