Red Bean Hummus Dip

This Red Bean Hummus Dip is made with a unique combination of roasted eggplant and red kidney beans finished with extra virgin olive oil. It’s a great party appetizer or a healthy make ahead snack.

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I have been using this Olitalia European Extra Virgin Olive Oil in my cooking for a while now and it’s the best EVOO I have come across so far.

The texture and the final outcome of a recipe is simply outstanding. I totally love this and cannot wait for them to launch their product soon all over the stores.

Detailed description of these European Extra Virgin Olive Oil:

• The most important information about this EVOO Is that it is made by pressing without heat or chemicals. Therefore, it represents the freshest and purest olive oil.
• It is free from acidity due to no over processing.
• Each oil is judged by expert tasters, who must agree that it meets the high flavor standards of an Extra Virgin rating.
• I love the fact that this European Extra Virgin Olive Oil has a high smoke point. Therefore, it is absolutely safe to use for light sauteing to deep frying to baking.
• Simply store this oil in a cool dark place and enjoy it in your recipes. Its healthy and versatile and super useful. It is best to use within 6 months of opening and 18 months of purchase.

It is true that Europe provides a great array of flavors of olive oil. We all know that olive oil is a fruit-based oil comes from the olive trees.

Olitalia European Extra Virgin Olive Oil is available to purchase at Eataly locations. Look for it at grocery stores in the Northeast next Spring.

What is extra virgin olive oil?

it is made from pure cold pressed olives there is no heat involved in cold press and its best to eat it raw and not uncooked. It goes well in salads and dips.

What is the difference between extra virgin olive oil and olive oil?

Extra virgin olive oil is made form pure, cold pressed olives whereas regular olive oil is a blend of cold-pressed and processed oils.

Recipes in which I used extra virgin olive oil

vegan pasta primavera
cold cucumber soup
vegan nutella

Health benefits of red beans (kidney beans)

Its an excellent source of plant protein along with being rich in many vitamins and minerals. Its also high in fiber and antioxidants thereby promoting weight loss and managing blood sugar levels.

My other kidney beans recipes are:

kidney beans spinach masala
kidney beans burger
Vegan kidney beans salad

Ingredients for red bean hummus recipe:

Eggplant
Red kidney beans
Garlic
Cumin Powder
Paprika
Lemon juice
Salt
Crushed black pepper
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Cilantro (to garnish)

I used very simple ingredients in this kidney bean dip and have been enjoying since then. Its the most easiest and the tastiest hummus dip ever.

Ingredients notes:

eggplant – I used regular eggplant. Chinese long eggplant does not work effectively here.

kidney beans – canned dark red kidney beans works best here. but small or light red kidney beans can also be substituted in this hummus recipe.

spices – simple pantry spices to season this recipe is required.

extra virgin olive oil – any extra virgin olive oil works here. However, do not substitute it with any variety of oil.

For detailed measurement of ingredients, please scroll down to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

How to make Red Bean Hummus Dip:

Firstly, I roasted the whole eggplant in a pre-heated oven at 400-degree Fahrenheit for 40 minutes or until the skin was ready to be peeled.

Secondly, I peeled of its skin and kept it aside to cool down.

Next, In the food processor I combined all the ingredients (except EVOO and Cilantro). I, gave it a nice crush.

Then, while processing the ingredients in the food processor I poured extra virgin olive oil into it to give it a structure.

Lastly, I spooned it out of the food processor in a deep serving bowl. Subsequently, I garnished it with cilantro and finished it with a little more extra virgin olive oil.

We finished the first batch the same day and so I made another batch to test if I can store for longer.

My family enjoys this nutritious vegan red bean hummus dip and I often make it for my friends as well.

Expert tip:

• Make sure to baby sit your eggplant while roasting so it does not blast in the oven.
• Let the eggplant cool and then peel the skin. It easily peels off without too much hassle.
• While combining the ingredients in the food processor, make sure to include all the eggplant’s juice in the food processor to enhance this dip’s flavor.

My other dip recipes that you might like:

Zucchini Hummus
Vegan Chipotle Mayo
Sweet Potato Dip
Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip
Fire Roasted Jalapeno Dip

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