Nif's Hummus with Tahini or Peanut Butter

Elevate your appetizer game with Nif’s Hummus with Tahini or Peanut Butter, an irresistibly creamy and versatile twist on the classic Middle Eastern dip. Ready in just 10 minutes, this recipe uses simple pantry staples like chickpeas, olive oil, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, but offers a unique choice between traditional tahini and smooth peanut butter for a fun flavor variation. Ground cumin and minced garlic add warm, aromatic notes, while a drizzle of olive oil and optional paprika or parsley garnish bring a vibrant finishing touch. Perfectly creamy yet customizable in texture, this hummus is ideal for pairing with pita bread, fresh veggies, or crackers. Easy to make, vegetarian, and packed with protein, it’s a crowd-pleasing snack or side dish you’ll keep coming back to!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Chickpeas (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 0.25 cups Tahini or smooth peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 units Garlic (cloves, minced)
• 1 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 3 tablespoons Water (for consistency)
• 0.25 teaspoons Paprika (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, chopped for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini or peanut butter, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt.

Step 2

Process the mixture until smooth. Pause occasionally to scrape down the sides of the food processor for even blending.

Step 3

While the motor is running, gradually add the water, one tablespoon at a time, until the hummus reaches your desired consistency. It should be creamy and spreadable, but not overly runny.

Step 4

Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt, lemon juice, or cumin if necessary.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the surface and sprinkle with paprika and parsley for garnish, if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or crackers, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(506.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1168.1

Total Fat 69.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1740.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.5g	0%
Total Sugars 17.1g
Protein 40.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 447.8mg	0%
Iron 16.5mg	0%
Potassium 1311.2mg	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: 51.1%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 35.6%