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    Home » Recipes » Snack Recipes

    Cannellini Bean Hummus with Avocado

    Published: Jan 11, 2019 by Sherri Hall · This post may contain affiliate links.

    This cannellini bean hummus with avocado is a smooth and creamy dip with a hint of heat...and it's both vegan and gluten-free. A perfect snack or party appetizer!

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    Overhead view of cannellini bean hummus with avocado in a white bowl with multicolored tortilla chips behind it

    Have you ever tried hummus made from legumes other than chickpeas?

    Such as black bean hummus, for example?

    Maybe pinto bean hummus, perhaps?

    How about lentil hummus?

    Or even white bean hummus, like the one I'll be sharing with you today?

    I don't know about you, but I just really LOVE hummus no matter what legume it's made with!

    I remember when I first tried a hummus made with white beans. I found it at my local organic market and was totally stoked because it didn't have any tahini!

    If you read my post for my hummus with green olives, you know I'm not a big fan of tahini, so I leave it out when I make hummus at home.

    However, if I have to buy premade hummus, I usually just suck it up and deal with it, which is why I'll usually go for ones with bold flavors.

    front view of hummus in a white bowl with tortilla chips around it

    After stumbling upon this avocado hummus recipe by Giada De Laurentiis, I was inspired to create my own white bean hummus with avocado.

    For my version, I decided to turn up the heat and add some hot sauce to the mix, and then top it all off with crushed red pepper flakes.

    And now, without further ado...

    How to make cannellini bean hummus with avocado

    Add cannellini beans, avocado, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt and hot sauce to the bowl of a food processor.

    Ingredients for hummus in a food processor before blending

    Begin processing on low speed. While processing, slowly add 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.

    Adding oil to food processor while running

    Change the speed to high and continue processing until the dip is smooth and creamy, and no chunks remain. You may have to stop to scrape down the sides during processing.

    Scraping the sides of a food processor with a spatula

    Add more olive oil if needed, and keep processing until hummus has a smooth consistency.

    overhead of hummus in a red food processor

    Enjoy immediately or refrigerate to firm up a little more. Garnish with crushed red pepper flakes before serving.

    Scooping hummus with a chip from a white bowl

    Storing the hummus

    Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

    You might also enjoy this avocado hummus (made with chickpeas) or this white bean dip with roasted garlic and herbs.

    Overhead view of hummus in a white bowl
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    5 from 6 votes

    Avocado and White Bean Hummus [Gluten-Free, Vegan, Tahini-Free]

    This cannellini bean hummus with avocado is a smooth and creamy dip with a hint of heat...and it's both vegan and gluten-free. A perfect snack or party appetizer!
    Course Appetizer, Dip
    Cuisine American
    Keyword avocado, cannellini beans, gluten free, hummus, meatless monday, vegan, vegetarian
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes
    Servings 8
    Calories 118kcal
    Author Sherri Hall

    Ingredients

    • 1 (15 oz.) can of cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
    • 1 large avocado (pitted, peeled and coarsely chopped)
    • 1 clove garlic (chopped)
    • ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves (not packed)
    • 2 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
    • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1 teaspoon red pepper hot sauce (I used Cholula original)
    • 1-2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
    • Crushed red pepper flakes, to taste (for garnish)

    Instructions

    • Add cannellini beans, avocado, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt and hot sauce to the bowl of a food processor.
    • Begin processing on low speed and slowly add 1 tablespoon of the extra virgin olive oil through the feed tube. 
    • Change the speed to high and process until smooth and creamy and no chunks remain. You may have to stop to scrape down the sides. Add more olive oil if needed. Keep processing until hummus has a smooth consistency.
    • Enjoy immediately or refrigerate to firm up a little more. Garnish with crushed red pepper flakes before serving.

    (Please refer to the post above for instructional photographs and other helpful information for this recipe)

    Suggested Equipment/Tools

    Food Processor

    Notes

    This Avocado and White Bean Hummus was inspired by this Food Network recipe by Giada De Laurentiis.
    The nutrition information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. Accuracy is not guaranteed. Information shown should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
    Nutrition was calculated using 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Fiber: 4g

    This post originally appeared on Watch Learn Eat on February 12, 2014. It has been republished to reflect both recipe and photo revisions. Changes to the story were also made.

    ©Watch Learn Eat. All content and images are copyright protected. Recipes and images are not to be used or republished without prior permission. If you adapt this recipe, please re-write the recipe in your own words, and link back to this post for the original recipe.

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    1. Christie

      November 04, 2020 at 4:41 pm

      5 stars
      This bean and avocado hummus sounds sooooo good! I'm always looking for new ways to incorporate more beans into my diet!

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        November 05, 2020 at 8:57 am

        Thank you so much! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Helen of Fuss Free Flavours

      February 20, 2019 at 11:52 am

      5 stars
      I'm a huge fan of hummus, and love trying out different variations. Love the idea of using different ingredients, this recipe sounds utterly delicious. Perfect for delving in to with all kinds of dippy things.

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        February 22, 2019 at 1:56 pm

        Hummus is awesome and so versatile! Thanks so much, Helen! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Tracy

      February 20, 2019 at 11:18 am

      5 stars
      I need to expand my hummus game, for sure!! Thank you for the inspiration!

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        February 22, 2019 at 1:56 pm

        Thanks Tracy! Hummus rocks! 🙂

        Reply
    4. rebecca

      February 20, 2019 at 11:16 am

      5 stars
      what a great idea! I love these flavors, so it's obviously gotta taste great!

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        February 22, 2019 at 1:55 pm

        Thanks so much, Rebecca! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Kristina

      February 20, 2019 at 10:56 am

      5 stars
      This dip looks fabulous! So creamy and full of flavors along with some heart healthy fats! A must try!

      Reply
      • Sherri Hall

        February 20, 2019 at 11:07 am

        Thank you Kristina! 🙂

        Reply
    6. Jacqueline Debono

      February 20, 2019 at 10:52 am

      5 stars
      I've been wanting to make hummus with cannellini beans for a while. Love this particular recipe cause it's got a bit of a spicy kick and avocado! Sounds perfect!

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      • Sherri Hall

        February 20, 2019 at 11:07 am

        Thanks so much, Jacqueline! Hope you give it a try! 🙂

        Reply
    7. Ilisa Schertzer

      August 20, 2014 at 8:31 pm

      I had this dip at a party and fell in love with it! My friend told me she learned how to do it on this website. I like how not only is the recipe here, but also the step by step instructions. I now feel confident to make it for a party soon. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Watch Learn Eat

        August 21, 2014 at 2:57 am

        Thank you Ilisa. We're glad you enjoyed the post and hope you enjoy the dip at your party!

        Reply

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