Description
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is a creamy, flavorful dip that perfectly combines the smokiness of roasted peppers with the richness of tahini and chickpeas. This vibrant and versatile hummus is not only easy to make but also a healthful addition to any gathering or a delightful snack for yourself. Serve it with crunchy vegetables or warm pita chips for an irresistible experience that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for efficient preparation.
- Drain and rinse chickpeas under cold water.
- In a food processor, combine chickpeas, roasted red peppers, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- If the hummus is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time until reaching desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with paprika or herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg