Italian White Bean Hummus Recipe

Name: Italian White Bean Hummus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can (24 Oz. Size) Cannellini Beans; 1 Lemon, Juiced; 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin; 2 cloves Garlic, Chopped; 1/2 cups Tahini Paste; Sea Salt; 1/2 cups Extra-virgin Olive Oil, Plus More For Serving; Parmesan Cheese, Grated; Red Pepper Flakes; Pita Chips, Naan, Or Flat Bread Crisps, To Serve

Servings: persons

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Rinse and drain beans.
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Place beans in the bowl of a food processor.
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Add the lemon juice, cumin, garlic, tahini paste, and salt to taste.
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Dont skip the tahini.
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I tried and it just wasnt right.
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Turn the processor on and slowly pour in olive oil.
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Process until smooth and thick.
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Cover and refrigerate.
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To serve, place hummus on a plate.
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Drizzle with olive oil.
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Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes.
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Accompany with pita chips, naan, or flat bread crisps.

406

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 can (24 Oz. Size) Cannellini Beans, 1 Lemon, Juiced, 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin, 2 cloves Garlic, Chopped, and more.

Yes, Italian White Bean Hummus falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Italian White Bean Hummus

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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