Simple Spicy Hummus
Spice up your snack game with this irresistibly creamy and fiery Simple Spicy Hummus! Made with tender canned chickpeas, nutty tahini, fresh lemon juice, and a bold blend of paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper, this quick, 10-minute recipe is as easy as it is flavorful. Perfectly balanced between zesty citrus and a subtle heat, this hummus is a versatile dip for pita, veggies, or crackers. Garnished with a drizzle of olive oil and a dash of red pepper flakes for extra flair, this gluten-free and vegan option is sure to impress at parties or elevate your everyday snacking. Whether you’re hosting or meal-prepping, this wholesome dish is your go-to for healthy, homemade flavor!
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Ingredients
- 15 oz Canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 3 tbsp Tahini
- 2 medium Garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 tbsp Water
- 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 0.25 tsp Ground cayenne pepper
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes (for garnish, optional)
- 1 tbsp Additional olive oil (for garnish, optional)
Directions
Step 1
Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, tahini, garlic cloves, lemon juice, olive oil, and water to a food processor.
Step 2
Sprinkle in the ground cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt.
Step 3
Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the food processor as needed.
Step 4
Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning as desired, adding more salt, lemon juice, or water for consistency, if necessary.
Step 5
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and garnish with red pepper flakes and a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.
Step 6
Serve with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or crackers. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (616.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1243.0 |
| Total Fat 78.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2069.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 104.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 30.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.8g | |
| Protein 38.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 3713.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 16079.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1556.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories