Robust Black Bean Hummus

Being a big fan of traditional hummus made with chickpeas, I thought it would be a fun adventure to try black bean hummus. The dip had a robust, rich flavor and was fresh and satisfying at the same time. I plan to make this recipe again once summer comes.

Robust Black Bean Hummus

I previously experimented with dried black beans in the Marinade Express. Click here to read about my experiment and my Healthy And Decadent Black Bean Brownies recipe.

Robust Black Bean Hummus
Adapted from Melissa D'Arabian, Ten Dollar Dinners

Ingredients:
1 cup cooked black beans
2 cloves of garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon vinager
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Fresh cilantro, to taste
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
Tortilla chips, for dipping

Directions:

1) Pre-soak 1 cup dried black beans in the marinade express with the unflavored MX seasoning mix for two hours. This will make 2 cups of cooked black beans.
2) Boil the black beans for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until tender.
3) Blend all ingredients in a food processor until smooth and creamy.
4) Garnish cilantro.
5) Serve with tortilla chips.