Butter Bean Hummus Recipe
Butter bean hummus that’s smooth, lemony, and extra creamy with a softer, more delicate texture than classic chickpea versions.
Servings 6 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 (15 oz) can butter beans (lima beans) drained and rinsed
- 2-3 tbsp tahini
- 2-3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 small clove garlic
- 2-4 tbsp ice-cold water
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil plus more for serving
- ½ tsp salt adjust to taste
Instructions
- Add butter beans, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and olive oil to a food processor.
- Process until mostly smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Slowly drizzle in ice-cold water while blending. This is the secret to that whipped, airy texture. Let it run for a full 1–2 minutes until completely smooth. Taste and adjust: more lemon for brightness, more salt for depth, more tahini for richness.
If your hummus tastes bitter, it’s usually the tahini. Add a squeeze of lemon juice or a small drizzle of honey to balance it out.
Notes
Use well-rinsed butter beans to avoid a canned or metallic taste.
Add cold water gradually to control texture and get it extra smooth.
Blend longer than you think for that ultra creamy, silky finish.
Finish with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of paprika or cumin, fresh herbs or lemon zest for the best flavour and presentation.
Store in an airtight container up to 4–5 days and stir before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 73kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 197mg | Potassium: 31mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.3mg
