September 13 2020
Black Bean Hummus
Black beans are a great plant based source of protein and fiber and are rich in folate and iron. All are key nutritional factors to supporting your fertility.
A recipe by Rebecca Katz from The Cancer-Fighting Kitchen - is a yummy and healthy spread that can be eaten with raw veggies, added to a salad or grain bowl. This BLACK BEAN HUMMUS is a variation of the standard garbanzo variety. Tasty, nutritious, and filling, it is immensely satisfying and great to have on hand to spruce up your snacks and meals.
BLACK BEAN HUMMUS
Ingredients:
2 cups cooked black beans, or 1 15-ounce can, drained, rinsed, and
mixed with a spritz of fresh lemon juice and a pinch of sea salt 1⁄2 teaspoon chopped garlic
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon tahini
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1⁄2 teaspoon ground cumin
1⁄4 teaspoon sea salt
1⁄4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1⁄4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Combine the beans, garlic, water, tahini, lemon juice, cumin, salt, paprika, cayenne, and cinnamon in a food processor and process until smooth. Add the olive oil and process to combine. Add lemon juice or salt to taste. Serve garnished with the cilantro.