Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus

Brighten up your snack spread with this Cilantro Jalapeño Hummus, a bold and zesty twist on the classic Mediterranean dip. This irresistible recipe combines creamy chickpeas, fresh cilantro, and spicy jalapeño for a vibrant flavor profile that’s perfect for heat lovers. Balanced with earthy tahini, fresh lime juice, and ground cumin, this hummus boasts a silky-smooth texture with a refreshing herbal kick. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an effortless appetizer or side dish that pairs beautifully with pita bread, crunchy veggies, or tortilla chips. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika for a stunning presentation, and let this flavorful creation steal the spotlight at your next gathering! Perfect for meal prep, it's also a healthy and flavorful snack that keeps well in the fridge.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Chickpeas (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Fresh cilantro (packed)
• 1 Fresh jalapeño (seeded for less heat, optional)
• 1 Garlic clove
• 0.25 cup Tahini
• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika or chili powder (optional, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon Additional olive oil (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, tahini, olive oil, lime juice, water, ground cumin, and salt.

Step 2

Blend the ingredients together until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the food processor as needed. If the hummus is too thick, add an extra tablespoon of water at a time and blend until the desired consistency is achieved.

Step 3

Taste the hummus and adjust the salt, lime juice, or jalapeño (add more for extra heat) as desired.

Step 4

Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and smooth the surface with the back of a spoon.

Step 5

Optional: Drizzle with a teaspoon of olive oil and sprinkle with paprika or chili powder for garnish.

Step 6

Serve immediately with pita bread, vegetable sticks, or tortilla chips, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(551.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1485.0

Total Fat 105.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1737.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.5g	0%
Total Sugars 16.8g
Protein 42.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4831.8mg	0%
Iron 21439.3mg	0%
Potassium 1344.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.8%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 27.1%