Keto Spicy Hummus

Dive into bold flavors guilt-free with this Keto Spicy Hummus, a low-carb twist on the classic dip that’s perfect for health-conscious snackers! This creamy, smoky hummus swaps out traditional chickpeas for tender steamed cauliflower, making it keto-friendly while still delivering that irresistible velvety texture. Infused with tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and warming spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper, every bite bursts with zesty heat and rich, aromatic flavor. Easy to prepare in under 25 minutes, this healthy hummus is garnished with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of paprika, and fresh parsley for a vibrant, crowd-pleasing presentation. Serve it with crisp low-carb veggies like cucumber and bell pepper, and enjoy a dip that’s as indulgent as it is nutritious!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups cauliflower florets
• 3 tablespoons tahini
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Steam the cauliflower florets in a steamer basket over boiling water for about 10-12 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the steamed cauliflower, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, water, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add an additional tablespoon of water at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, lemon juice, or spices to suit your preference.

Step 5

Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of paprika, and chopped parsley.

Step 6

Serve immediately with low-carb vegetable sticks like celery, cucumber, or bell peppers. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(485.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	780.3

Total Fat 70.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1434.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 7.2g
Protein 16.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3577.2mg	0%
Iron 16075.1mg	0%
Potassium 1295.1mg	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: 77.6%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 14.3%