Savory Pumpkin Hummus: 10-Minute Magical Dip
Enjoy a creamy and flavorful pumpkin hummus, perfect for dipping your favorite snacks. This recipe is easy to make and a delightful addition to any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 2 cups
- Category: Dips and Spreads
- Method: Food Processor
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
- 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, plus more for garnish
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for garnish
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
- Pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables for serving
Instructions
- Combine pumpkin puree, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, salt, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using) in a food processor.
- Process until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until fully incorporated.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
- Transfer hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil and sprinkle with smoked paprika.
- Serve with pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- For a thicker hummus, use slightly less liquid (lemon juice or olive oil).
- You can roast your own pumpkin for a more intense flavor.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a sweeter twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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