Spiced Hummus
Spiced Hummus is supremely creamy and flavorful. This aromatic dip is packed with fragrant spices, making it an irresistible crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Made with canned chickpeas, tahini, lemon, fresh garlic and a vraiety of Middle Eastern spices.
Servings: 4
Calories: 102kcal
Ingredients
- 1 15oz can of chickpeas rinsed and drained
- 1 lemon, large juiced
- ¼ cup tahini paste
- 1 garlic clove
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ras El Hanout optional
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1-2 tablespoon cold water
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the chickpeas on a colander. Transfer to a saucepan, cover with water and add baking soda.
- Bring to boil and cook for 20-30 minutes until the chickpeas are soft and the skins start falling off.
- Drain well and set aside to cool to room temperature.
- In a bowl of a food processor combine cooked chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, Ras El Hanout (if using) and salt.
- Process until smooth. If needed, add 2-3 tablespoons of cold water slowly while the food processor is going.
- Transfer to a bowl, sprinkle with smoked paprika and a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
If you don't like fresh garlic taste, swap it for ½ teaspoon garlic powder or skip completely.
For spicier hummus add ⅛ to ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
Calories: 102kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 434mg | Potassium: 128mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 151IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 1mg