White Bean Hummus

Name: White Bean Hummus
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 15 ounce can of cannellini beans, rinsed and drained; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; Juice of one lemon (2 tablespoons); 1 clove garlic (minced); Drizzle of olive oil (smoked paprika and parsley, for garnish (optional))

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by Marcie // March 25, 2020 (updated 9/19/21)

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White Bean Hummus is an easy white bean hummus recipe with just 4 ingredients! It’s a healthy appetizer or snack that’s made in minutes, and may be customized with whatever ingredients you have on hand.

white bean hummus on a serving platter surrounded by fresh vegetables

**This post was originally published in January 2013. I’ve updated the photos and recipe, and included more useful information in the text.

I hope this finds you all doing well! We’re hanging in there, and are simply grateful for having jobs that allow us to work from home, having time together, and most importantly our health.

Yesterday I was listening to the radio and heard that many people are gaining weight due to being sheltered in their homes due to the virus.

We’ve all heard of the “Freshman 15”, which refers to gaining 15 pounds in college? Well, they’re calling this weight gain the “Quarantine 15”.

The struggle is real. We’re all pent up in our homes, anxious about what the future holds, and are seeking comfort through food.

I’m doing my best to eat healthier snacks like this White Bean Hummus. It’s creamy, nutritious and is the perfect dip for crunchy vegetables!

white bean hummus recipe presented on a platter with fresh veggies

Why you’ll love this recipe:

White beans lend a mild flavor and creamier texture to this hummus. It’s simple, fresh and creamy!
Recipe contains only 4 ingredients, most of which you have in your pantry.
White bean hummus is a good source of plant based protein and fiber.
This recipe works for gluten free, dairy free and vegan diets.
Hummus is versatile — it’s great as a dip, a spread for sandwiches, condiment for grain bowls and so much more!

What are white beans?

There are three main varieties of white beans:

Cannellini beans are medium sized beans, and are basically white kidney beans.
Great northern beans are medium-sized white beans that are smaller than cannellini beans.
Navy beans are small, pea-sized white beans, and are the smallest on the market.

All of the varieties listed above have a mild flavor and creamy texture, so they would all work well in this recipe.

Recipe ingredients

Most hummus recipes include chickpeas and tahini like this lemon hummus. This white bean hummus recipe has no tahini. You can certainly include it if you wish!

There are only (4) ingredients in this recipe, most of which are pantry staples:

Cannellini beans
Olive oil
Garlic
Lemon juice
Smoked paprika and chopped parsley are optional garnishes

How to make this recipe

This white bean hummus recipe is extremely easy! I use my handy mini food processor and it comes together in minutes.

Place the white beans, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste in the bowl of the food processor.
Process the hummus until smooth, and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, smoked paprika and freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve with your favorite raw vegetables, chips or crackers for a healthy snack or appetizer.

overhead shot of white bean hummus on a serving platter with vegetables

How to customize this recipe

The glory of hummus is its versatility. It can be changed up a number of ways to use up whatever you have on hand.

Customize this white bean hummus recipe with the following ingredients:

Fresh or dried herbs
Spices
Citrus
Tahini
Sun dried tomatoes
Roasted vegetables like garlic, chilies, bell peppers, winter squash or carrots
Hot sauce

Recipe Notes

If raw garlic is too strong for your taste, use 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or roasted garlic.
Store hummus in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Hummus is great as a spread for a vegetarian sandwiches, Greek wrap, a condiment for Mediterranean hummus bowls, and so much more!
Change this white hummus recipe up by adding your favorite spices, herbs, sun dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, tahini and more!

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If you make this recipe I’d love to hear from you! Leave a comment and rating below, or snap a photo and tag me @flavorthemoments on Instagram!