Mirj's Hummous Variation

Elevate your snack game with *Mirj's Hummous Variation*, a vibrant twist on classic hummus featuring the smoky sweetness of roasted red peppers and a dash of smoked paprika. This creamy, flavor-packed dip is quick to prepare—ready in just 15 minutes—and serves as the perfect appetizer or healthy snack. Blended with wholesome chickpeas, rich tahini, zesty fresh lemon juice, and aromatic cumin, this hummus offers a delightful balance of tangy, nutty, and smoky flavors. Customize the texture with a splash of water, then garnish with fresh parsley and a drizzle of olive oil for a gourmet touch. Serve with warm pita, crunchy veggies, or use it as a spread to take your sandwiches and wraps to the next level. Perfect for gatherings or meal prep, this roasted red pepper hummus variation is as versatile as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 15 ounces Chickpeas (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 3 tablespoons Tahini
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 clove Garlic clove (peeled and minced)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 whole pepper Roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade, drained)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 3 tablespoons Water (for thinning, if needed)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon Additional olive oil (optional, for drizzling)

Directions

Step 1

In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and olive oil.

Step 2

Pulse the mixture a few times to start blending the ingredients.

Step 3

Add the roasted red pepper, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and salt to the food processor.

Step 4

Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Step 5

If the hummus is too thick, drizzle in 1 tablespoon of water at a time while blending until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 6

Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, lemon juice, or paprika to taste.

Step 7

Transfer the hummus to a serving dish and optionally drizzle with a teaspoon of olive oil and sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish.

Step 8

Serve with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a spread for sandwiches and wraps. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(737.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1353.7

Total Fat 71.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2164.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.1g	0%
Total Sugars 28.2g
Protein 49.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3726.2mg	0%
Iron 16086.3mg	0%
Potassium 1827.9mg	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: 46.4%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 39.4%