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Butter Bean Hummus

Modified: May 3, 2025 · Published: Dec 19, 2023 by Gigi & Sersie · This post may contain affiliate links.

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Butter Bean Hummus is a velvety, protein-packed spread that’s a delightful twist on the traditional chickpea version. You may also like our Black Eyed Pea Hummus.

A bowl of butter bean hummus with fresh chopped parsley and cayenne pepper sprinkled on top.

Whether you're dipping, spreading, or spooning it straight from the bowl (no judgment here), this hummus is set to become your new go-to. Made with whole plant food ingredients, this savory dip is oil-free, gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free, and vegan.

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  • Why You’ll Love This Butter Bean Hummus Recipe
  • Health Benefits
  • What You Need to Make This Butter Bean Dip
  • Substitutions and Variations
  • How to Make This Butter Bean Hummus
  • Serving Suggestions
  • Recipe FAQs
  • More Butter Bean Recipes to Check Out
  • Butter Bean Hummus

This yummy creamy butter bean hummus makes a great appetizer for get-togethers, potlucks, or whenever you want a healthy snack. Pair it with fresh veggies like carrots, celery, bell pepper, cucumber, and broccoli. This hummus also makes a wonderful spread for a wrap.

Why You’ll Love This Butter Bean Hummus Recipe

  • Ultra creamy texture and high protein, thanks to butter beans. If you love butter beans, check out our Curried Butter Beans or Butter Bean Stew.
  • Quick and easy to make in under 10 minutes.
  • Oil-free, gluten-free, nut-free, vegan, and Daniel Fast approved.
  • Perfect as a dip, spread, or dressing base. Try as a dip for our crispy Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes or Air Fryer Banana Chips.

Health Benefits

  • Fiber supports digestion and blood sugar regulation.
  • Plant-based protein to aid muscle repair and energy.
  • Iron, potassium, and magnesium to support heart and brain function.
  • Low saturated fat content to support heart health and weight management.

What You Need to Make This Butter Bean Dip

The ingredients for butter bean hummus: butter beans, lemon, garlic, tahini, spices.
  1. Cooked butter beans (large lima beans): Provide a smooth, creamy base with a mild flavor.
  2. Aquafaba (cooking liquid from the butter beans): Helps create a light, fluffy texture without added oil.
  3. Tahini: Offers nutty richness and creaminess.
  4. Garlic: Adds savory depth and punch
  5. Fresh Parsley or Cilantro (optional topping): Adds fresh flavor and color.

A full list of ingredients with exact amounts can be found on the recipe card below.

Substitutions and Variations

  • Beans: Cannellini beans would be the closest substitution. You can also check out our classic Garlic Hummus made with chickpeas or Black Bean Hummus.
  • Tahini: Substitute with sunflower seed butter or leave it out entirely.
  • Spices: Add smoked paprika, za’atar, or sumac for different flavor profiles.
  • Herbs: Mix in dill, basil, or mint for a refreshing twist.

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How to Make This Butter Bean Hummus

If you're making butter beans from scratch, cook beans in the Instant Pot under high pressure for 40 to 42 minutes. Allow for natural release. Learn how to make dried beans on the stovetop and in a slow cooker.

Alternatively, you can use canned low-salt or no-salt-added butter beans. Drain the butter beans, reserving the liquid.

Butter beans, tahini, liquid, and spices in a blender cup before blending.

Step 1: Add cooked butter beans, aquafaba (cooking liquid), chopped garlic, tahini, lemon juice, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper to a blender.

Butter bean hummus ingredients being blended in a bullet blender.

Step 2: Blend until smooth and creamy. Salt to taste. Top the butter bean hummus with fresh chopped herbs, if using, and enjoy!

Butter bean hummus in a bowl with a woman's hand dipping a carrot stick into the bowl.

Serving Suggestions

  1. Enjoy as a dip with Oven-Baked Tortilla Chips, Savory Banana Chips, Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes, or for the fresh veggies in our Healthy Girl Dinner recipe.
  2. Serve with Air Fryer Falafel for a Mediterranean-inspired lunch.
  3. Add a scoop to the Nourish Bowl or our Chickpea Tempeh Bowl for extra creaminess and protein.

Recipe FAQs

How do I store leftovers?

Leftovers keep well in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator for up to five days. Freezing is not recommended.

What are butter beans?

Butter beans, also called large lima beans, are creamy, mild-flavored legumes perfect for making smooth dips like hummus. They can also be used in stews, soups, and even pastas like our Vegan Mushroom Pasta.

What are the best beans for hummus?

The best beans for hummus depend on the flavor, texture, and nutrition you're after. Chickpeas are the classic, most traditional, with a mild flavor. Butter beans (large lima beans) are softer beans that offer an ultra-creamy texture and blend easily. Black beans offer a bold, earthy flavor and are higher in antioxidants due to their dark color.

Can I make this hummus in a food processor?

Absolutely, you can make this in a food processor instead of a blender.

Butter bean hummus is a flavorful, nutrient-rich dip that’s easy to love and make. With its smooth texture, clean ingredients, and endless versatility, it’s the perfect addition to your whole food, plant-based kitchen. Whether you're doing the Daniel Fast or want a healthy snack, this recipe checks all the boxes.

If you want to learn more about why we love beans so much, check out the health wonders of beans.

More Butter Bean Recipes to Check Out

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    Vegan White Bean Chili
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Butter bean hummus in a bowl topped with fresh chopped cilantro and a dusting of cayenne pepper.

Butter Bean Hummus

5 from 1 vote
Course: Snack
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 140kcal
Author: Gigi & Sersie
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Butter Bean Hummus is a velvety, protein-packed spread that’s a delightful twist on the traditional chickpea version. It's oil free, gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free and vegan.

Ingredients  

  • 1 ½ cups cooked butter beans large lima beans
  • ⅓ cup aquafaba (butter bean cooking liquid)
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • ⅓ cup tahini
  • Salt to taste (I used ¼ teaspoon)
  • 1 Tbsp fresh chopped cilantro or parsley (optional topping)
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Instructions

  • Add cooked butter beans, aquafaba (cooking liquid), chopped garlic, tahini, lemon juice, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper to a blender.
  • Blend until smooth and creamy. Salt to taste. Top the butter bean hummus with fresh chopped herbs, if using, and enjoy!

Notes

  1. Butter Beans: If you're making butter beans from scratch, cook them in the Instant Pot at high pressure for 40 to 42 minutes. Allow for natural release. Alternatively, you can use canned low-salt or no-salt-added butter beans. Drain the butter beans, reserving the liquid (aquafaba).
  2. Pairings: Enjoy as a dip with Oven-Baked Tortilla Chips, Savory Banana Chips, Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes, or for the fresh veggies in our Healthy Girl Dinner recipe.
  3. Leftovers: Store leftovers in a tightly covered container in the fridge for up to five days. Freezing is not recommended.

Nutrition

Calories: 140kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 292mg | Potassium: 243mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 105IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg
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Gigi & Sersie

Gigi Carter and Sersie Blue have over 25 years of combined experience in plant-based nutrition and health coaching. Their passion for healthy eating inspired them to create Daniel’s Plate, a recipe site focused on whole food, plant-based meals.

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  1. Kelvin

    May 03, 2025 at 12:24 am

    5 stars
    So yummy.

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