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    Recipes » Appetizers + Snack » Lima Bean Hummus

    Lima Bean Hummus

    Mar 11, 2020 · Last updated: Sep 3, 2021 by Gina Dickson · This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy.

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    LIMA BEAN HUMMUS

    Lima bean hummus is a smooth buttery dip that is perfect with crackers, bread, and vegetables or as a condiment on sandwiches.

    lima bean hummus in bowls

    I am a big hummus fan, and I'm always on the lookout for recipes to kick my hummus up a notch in flavor and nutrition. I tried a new recipe that I think you are really going to like.

    Are lima beans good for you?

    According to whfoods.org, lima beans are an excellent source of cholesterol-lowering fiber. They provide a virtually fat-free high-quality protein.

    They also offer a notable contribution to heart health, which lies not just in their fiber but in the significant amounts of folate and magnesium these beans supply. Folate helps lower levels of homocysteine, an amino acid that is an intermediate product in a necessary metabolic process called the methylation cycle.

    How to prepare lima beans

    Instant pot lima beans

    • Place 4 cups of fresh or frozen beans, 3 cups vegetable broth, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 bay leaf in Instant Pot. Lock the lid, close the vent, and set manual time for 7 minutes on high pressure.
    • Once cook time is complete, quick-release the pressure.
    • Open the lid and add salt if needed. Mix well, then allow to sit for at least 10 minutes on the warm setting.

    Instant Pot Pressure Cooker, 6 Qt, Best for Beginners

    Lima beans vs butter beans

    Ok, there is some debate over the difference between butter beans and lima beans. Some people argue they’re different beans. Others say that lima beans are mature butter beans, while butter beans are baby limas. I have found it depends on where you grew up. Country folks tend to call them butter beans while city folks say lima beans. Either way, they both work in this butter bean hummus.

    How long can hummus sit out?

    Wondering how long hummus can sit out? Here is the BEST TIPS GUIDE FOR STORING AND SERVING HUMMUS.

    Hummus without chickpeas

    Good news for those who do not want to cook with chickpeas, this lima bean hummus is chickpea-free!

    lima bean hummus in bowls

    🔪 Instructions

    Fresh, frozen or canned lima beans?

    For this lima bean hummus, it is best to start with frozen or fresh lima beans. I like to cook them stovetop or in my instant pot. This allows me to add my own seasoning and eliminate the pasty starch that canned limas can have.

    🥘 Ingredients

    • lima beans
    • vegetable broth
    • tahini paste
    •  olive oil
    •  white vinegar
    •  garlic 
    • parsley 
    •  cumin
    •  thyme 
    •  cayenne
    •  pepper 
    •  salt 

    How to make hummus smooth

    You can use a food processor but I find you do not get as creamy of a product as a blender will yield. I like to use my Vitamix. It is strong enough I can even put whole nuts in it and they turn out smooth and creamy.

    Vitamix Blender Professional

    What kind of oil to use

    When making hummus it is best to use a good quality cold-pressed organic olive oil. The flavor is light and is much better than processed oils such as canola or vegetable oils.

    Olive oil is also loaded with powerful antioxidants. These antioxidants are biologically active and may reduce the risk of chronic diseases. They also fight inflammation and help protect your blood cholesterol from oxidation which are two benefits that may lower your risk of heart disease.

    Bragg Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil

    What is tahini?

    Tahini is a paste made from ground sesame seeds and is a staple in many cuisines, especially in the Mediterranean and the Middle East. It’s vegan, gluten-free, and has a light nutty flavor.

    Organic Stone-Ground Whole Sesame Tahini Paste

    🧂 Seasoning tips

    If you like your hummus with a little spice try these add-ins to your recipe

    • 1 tablespoon chopped and seeded jalapeno
    • 1 - 2 teaspoon Tony Chachere's Original Creole Seasoning (my favorite all-around spicy blend)
    • Top with chopped ham and black pepper

    Make ahead tips

    Lima bean hummus can be made ahead of the time you want to serve. Store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container. Stir well before placing in a serving dish.

    🥡Leftovers

    If stored in good airtight container homemade hummus can be kept in the refrigerator for three to five days.

    Can hummus be frozen?

    Hummus can be frozen in an airtight, freezer-safe container. When filling be sure you don't fill it all the way to the top because it will expand as it freezes.  You can freeze several cups in a container or use individual size container. To thaw place in refrigerator over

    lima bean hummus in bowls

    Serving tips

    Lima bean hummus would be a great addition to any Healthy Charcuterie Board. You could also use Pimento Cheese Crackers to dip in the hummus.

    More great hummus recipes

    • Best Garlic Hummus Recipe
    • Boiled Peanut Hummus
    • Cauliflower Hummus
    LIMA BEAN HUMMUS

    Lima Bean Hummus

    Gina Dickson
    Lima bean hummus is a smooth buttery dip that is perfect with crackers and bread or as a condiment on sandwiches.

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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 7 mins
    Course Appitizer
    Servings 10
    Calories 130 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    Instant Pot Ingredients

    • 2 cups lima beans fresh or fresly frozen
    • 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth 
    • 1 bay leaf
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt

    Hummus Ingredients

    • 1/4 cup tahini paste
    • 1/4 cup olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • 1 tablespoon parsley chopped fresh
    • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
    • 1/2 teaspoon thyme chopped fresh
    • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
    • 1/2 teaspoon pepper cracked fresh
    • 1 teaspoon salt pink Himalaya

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    Instructions
     

    Lima Beans Cooked In An Instant Pot

    • Place fresh or frozen beans, vegetable broth, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf in Instant Pot. Lock the lid, close the vent, and set manual time for 7 minutes on high pressure.
    • Once cook time is complete, quick-release the pressure.
    • Open the lid and add salt if needed. Mix well and remove bay leaf. Drain, saving the juice if needed to thin hummus.

    Hummus Instructions

    • In a blender add lima beans and all the other ingredients, slowly blend until smooth.  The hummus will be thick so it is good to turn off the blender and scrape sides a few times in the blending process. If need be, add a tablespoon of lima bean juice each time until hummus is smooth.
    • Serve with pita bread, crackers or vegetables. Toppings could include olive oil, chopped parsley, or whole lima beans.

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.25cupCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 412mgPotassium: 219mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 138IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
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