Mrs G's Garlic Cilantro Pine Nut Hummus

Elevate your hummus game with Mrs. G’s Garlic Cilantro Pine Nut Hummus, a vibrant and creamy twist on the classic dip. Featuring the zesty kick of fresh cilantro, the nutty richness of toasted pine nuts, and the bold flavor of roasted garlic, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients into an irresistible spread. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this hummus is perfect for quick appetizers, shareable snacks, or as a versatile accompaniment to your favorite dishes. Finished with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of paprika, and garnished with extra pine nuts and cilantro, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Serve with warm pita bread, crisp veggies, or use it as a sandwich spread to transform any meal into a Mediterranean-inspired delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups chickpeas (canned or cooked from dry)
• 0.25 cup tahini
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 4 whole garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 0.25 cup pine nuts
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons water
• 0.25 teaspoon paprika (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon cilantro (additional for garnish, optional)
• 0.125 cup pine nuts (toasted for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a small skillet over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and toast them, stirring frequently, for 3–4 minutes or until they are golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Step 2

On a cutting board, smash the garlic cloves slightly with the flat side of a knife and remove the skins. Place the garlic cloves in the preheated skillet and roast them over low heat for 5 minutes, turning occasionally until soft and lightly browned. Set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, roasted garlic, lemon juice, fresh cilantro leaves, 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts, cumin, salt, and water. Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Step 4

Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lemon juice, salt, or water for desired flavor and consistency.

Step 5

Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil and sprinkle with paprika. Garnish with additional fresh cilantro and the remaining toasted pine nuts if desired.

Step 6

Serve with warm pita bread, fresh vegetables, or use as a flavorful sandwich spread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(776.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1729.9

Total Fat 110.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3106.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 143.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.9g	0%
Total Sugars 23.6g
Protein 60.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4937.8mg	0%
Iron 21446.2mg	0%
Potassium 2178.9mg	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: 54.9%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 31.7%