Best 20 Hummus Dip Recipes

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Hummus, a delightful and versatile Middle Eastern dip, has captured the hearts and taste buds of food enthusiasts worldwide. Its creamy and savory texture, complemented by a symphony of flavors, makes it an ideal appetizer, spread, or accompaniment to various dishes. This article presents a curated collection of hummus recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic delicacy.

From the traditional hummus bi tahini, featuring a smooth blend of chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic, to the innovative roasted red pepper hummus, bursting with smoky and vibrant flavors, these recipes cater to diverse palates and preferences. Explore the zesty lemon and herb hummus, where fresh herbs like parsley and cilantro lend a refreshing touch, or indulge in the creamy avocado hummus, where ripe avocados add a luscious richness.

For those seeking a spicy kick, the jalapeño hummus brings a fiery heat, while the sun-dried tomato hummus offers a tangy and umami-packed experience. And if you're gluten-free, the roasted eggplant hummus provides a delicious alternative, showcasing the smoky and savory flavors of roasted eggplant.

Whether you're a seasoned hummus lover or a curious foodie seeking new culinary adventures, this article promises to tantalize your taste buds and inspire your next culinary creation.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SPICY CHICKPEA DIP (HUMMUS)



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This is one of those easy dip recipes that can be throw together rather quickly. You can skip the cayenne pepper if you wish; its still yummy.

Provided by Loves2Teach

Categories     Vegetable

Time 5m

Yield 4 cups of dip, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 garlic cloves
1/2 cup tahini
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup lemon juice
3 cups chickpeas, Cooked
kosher salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Place the garlic, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt in a food processor or blender and puree until the garlic is finely chopped (if preparing by hand, finely dice and mash the garlic, then mix with the other ingredients).
  • Add the chickpeas and continue mixing to a smooth paste.
  • Garnish with the cayenne pepper.
  • Served at room temperature or chilled.

HUMMUS DIP



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Serve this creamy dip with our Sesame Crunch Sticks.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 1 3/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (15 1/2 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 large or 2 small garlic cloves, roughly chopped
Pinch of ground cumin
Pinch of ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons of tahini (sesame-seed paste)
1 tablespoon water, plus more as needed
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until smooth and creamy, adding more water if needed. Transfer to a serving dish or airtight container, and place in the refrigerator, covered, until ready to serve, up to 5 days. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

ARTICHOKE JALAPENO HUMMUS DIP



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Fresh-tasting hummus with a decent amount of spice.

Provided by amycorrine

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Hummus Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
2 (6 ounce) jars artichoke hearts, drained
½ cup Greek yogurt
½ cup fresh basil
⅓ cup pickled jalapeno pepper slices
¼ cup olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons hemp seeds
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon curry powder

Steps:

  • Combine chickpeas, artichoke hearts, Greek yogurt, basil, jalapeno pepper slices, olive oil, lemon juice, hemp seeds, garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, and curry powder in a food processor; blend until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 2.8 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 410.7 mg, Sugar 1 g

MOROCCAN CARROT HUMMUS DIP



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This hummus is super creamy, sweet and light from mixing steamed carrots, cumin and orange in with the traditional chickpeas and tahini. Yogurt adds some tang and a pesto made from the carrot tops adds a salty earthy bite. If you don't have carrots with tops, just double the mint.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup pine nuts
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 bunches medium carrots with nice tops
Two 15-ounce cans chickpeas, drained
Zest and juice of 1 orange
1/3 cup tahini, well-stirred
Kosher salt
1 clove garlic
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup whole-milk Greek yogurt
Toasted pita triangles, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the pine nuts on one side of a baking sheet and the cumin seeds on the other side, not mixing the two together. Toast the nuts and spices until fragrant and browning in spots, 6 to 7 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let cool.
  • Cut the tops off the carrots and reserve. Peel the carrots and chop them into 1-inch pieces.
  • Fill a medium wide-mouthed pot with 2 inches of water. Set a collapsible steamer basket insert into the pot, then bring to a simmer over high heat. Put the carrots in the steamer basket and cook, covered, until the largest pieces are tender when pierced with a knife, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Puree the carrots and chickpeas with a food processor until blended. Add the orange juice, tahini, reserved cumin seeds and 2 teaspoons salt and continue to process until the mixture is smooth and light and very well blended, about 5 minutes, scraping down the bowl as necessary. Transfer the carrot hummus to a medium bowl and reserve.
  • Pick 1/2 cup packed leaves off of the stems of the carrot tops and reserve. Discard the stems. Pulse the garlic and all but 1 teaspoon of the pine nuts in a food processor until coarsely ground. Add the carrot top leaves, mint, 1/4 teaspoon salt and all but 1/4 teaspoon of the orange zest and pulse until finely chopped. With the processor on, slowly drizzle in the oil and process until blended well.
  • Spread half of the carrot hummus in the bottom of a medium glass serving bowl. Spread 1/2 cup Greek yogurt on top. Spread the remaining carrot hummus over that. Spread the pesto into a wide circle in the center and drop a dollop of the remaining 1/4 cup yogurt in the center of the pesto. Sprinkle with the remaining teaspoon pine nuts and 1/4 teaspoon orange zest. Serve with toasted pita triangles.

CHICKPEA PESTO DIP (OR PESTO HUMMUS DIP)



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Make and share this Chickpea Pesto Dip (Or Pesto Hummus Dip) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lightly Toasted

Categories     European

Time 10m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (19 ounce) can chickpeas, rinse &, drain
1/3 cup prepared pesto sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, ground

Steps:

  • Process all ingredients in food processor till smooth.
  • Serve with a hearty cracker or breadstick.

AWESOME RED PEPPER HUMMUS DIP



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This is a fantastic and tasty snack for anyone. My toddler loves to dip things in it or to have it as a snack on a tortilla or cracker. It's great as a dip for vegetables and crackers, or used as a spread on wraps and sandwiches.

Provided by kymberly

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Hummus Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (14 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained, liquid reserved
2 tablespoons tahini (sesame seed paste)
1 lemon, juiced
2 cloves garlic, minced
¾ teaspoon salt
½ cup bottled roasted red bell peppers

Steps:

  • Place the garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and red peppers in the bowl of a food processor. Add 2 tablespoons of the reserved juice from the garbanzo beans. Pulse until the mixture is smooth, scraping the sides and blade to mix completely. Cover, and refrigerate until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 327.4 mg

GREEK HUMMUS DIP WITH VEGGIE DIPPERS



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Guests will love this tasty, beautiful hummus dip surrounded by cucumber slices and red pepper squares!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 container (7 oz) plain hummus
1 container (6 oz) Greek Fat Free plain yogurt
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 oz)
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 medium plum (Roma) tomato, seeded, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped green onions (2 medium)
2 tablespoons quartered pitted kalamata olives
1 cucumber, thinly sliced (15 slices)
1 large red bell pepper, cut into 15 (1 1/4-inch) squares
30 pita chips

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix hummus, yogurt, feta cheese, lemon peel and lemon juice.
  • Spread on shallow serving plate or pie plate. Top with tomato, green onions and olives. Place cucumber slices and red pepper squares alternately around hummus.
  • Serve with pita chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

EGGPLANT-HUMMUS DIP



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This dish uses a combination of chickpeas and eggplant with garlic and warm spices. Serve with flat bread or pita wedges.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Beans

Time 55m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large eggplant
4 cups canned chick-peas, drained
4 garlic cloves, peeled
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup parsley, minced
salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Stab eggplant several times with a fork. Cook on a baking sheet for 45 minutes; cool completely, then remove peel.
  • Combine eggplant, chickpeas, garlic, cumin, coriander, cayenne, black pepper, parsley and salt in food processor. Process until the consistency is smooth.
  • Serve cold with toasted flat bread triangles or sliced pita bread.

HUMMUS (CHICKPEAS DIP)



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Make and share this Hummus (Chickpeas Dip) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Me chef

Categories     Spreads

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups cooked chickpeas (1 can 450g)
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1/4 cup chickpea liquid (from can or cooking)
1/3 cup lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Process all ingredients in a food processor (reserving a few chick peas for garnish) until you get a smooth paste with no chunks.
  • Plate dip in an oval serving dish, drizzle with olive oil and garnish with the reserved chick peas.
  • Serve hummus with Arabic bread for dipping.

CHICKPEA AND TAMARIND DIP (HUMMUS BI TAMAR HINDI)



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African cuisines are on the top in making delectable and unique tamarind recipes. Tamarind is native to Africa and grows wild throughout the Sudan were there is Arabian influence in their cuisine. This is also served in the Arabian Gulf as a meze. It has a very tasty flavour from the tart tamarind. Found on, http://saffronandlemons.blogspot.com.

Provided by UmmBinat

Categories     Spreads

Time 10m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups canned chick-peas, rinsed (or cook your own)
3 tablespoons tahini (I do feel quality of tahini can make or break)
2 tablespoons tamarind paste (or to taste, no seeds!)
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh ginger (or to taste)
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
fresh lemon juice, to taste (optional, I use this)
minced garlic, to taste (optional, I recommend only a small amount to let the tamarind shine)
1 tablespoon cilantro leaves (fresh coriander) or 1 tablespoon flat leaf parsley
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (I recommend unrefined, has a better flavour and is much healthier)
water (if needed)

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients, except coriander or parsley and olive oil, in a food processor and process into a somewhat thick paste, adding a little water as necessary.
  • Taste and adjust flavours to taste.
  • Place on a serving platter and sprinkle with fresh coriander or chopped parsley and extra virgin olive oil just before serving.

HUMMUS LAYER DIP



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A nice switch from the Mexican layer dip. Super easy and very versatile! You can switch this recipe up in many ways to adapt it to your taste, this is just how we like it best. Add more or less of anything you like personally. Roasted red pepper on top is also good. Serve with pita chips.

Provided by Burken

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Hummus Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 (10 ounce) container roasted garlic-flavored hummus
1 cup chopped tomato
½ cup bottled pepperoncini peppers, drained and chopped
½ cup pitted and halved kalamata olives
1 (4 ounce) container crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup unpeeled cucumber, finely chopped
¼ cup chopped green onion

Steps:

  • Beat the cream cheese, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning together in a bowl until smooth.
  • Spread the cream cheese mixture in a pie dish, then spread the hummus on top.
  • Sprinkle the tomato, pepperonicini, kalamata olives, feta cheese, cucumber, and green onion on top. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Cholesterol 28.9 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 539.7 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

YOGURT-HUMMUS DIP



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You know you have hummus and yogurt kicking around in your fridge somewhere, so why not introduce them? This super simple dip is perfect as a dip for veggies of toasted pitas. You can also slather it on a turkey sandwich or serve it with grilled chicken.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 5m

Yield about 2/3 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/3 cup Greek yogurt
1/3 cup hummus
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Kosher salt
A few dashes of hot sauce

Steps:

  • Whisk together the yogurt, hummus, lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt and hot sauce. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

LEMON BASIL HUMMUS DIP



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I found this recipe in a leaflet. I have not tried this recipe, but I'm posting it for safe keeping.

Provided by internetnut

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 ounces chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
5 large fresh basil leaves (1/2 c)
1 garlic clove, peeled
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon soy sauce
12 ounces pepperidge farms baked naturals toasted wheat crisps crackers (1 box)

Steps:

  • drain the chickpeas, reserving 1 tablespoon liquid. Rinse the chickpeas.
  • Place the chickpeas, reserved liquid, basil, garlic, lemon juice, oil, pepper and soy sauce into a food processor container. Cover and process until the mixture is smooth. Serve with the Wheat Crisps for dipping.

BROWNIE BATTER DIP (AKA CHOCOLATE HUMMUS)



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Categories     Chocolate     Nut     Vegetable

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (15 ounce) chickpeas
1/2 cup unsweetened dark cocoa powder
1/2 cup white sugar
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons creamy natural peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons (or more if needed) water

Steps:

  • Combine chickpeas, cocoa powder, sugar, olive oil, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt in a food processor. Blend, scraping down sides as needed, until smooth.
  • Begin adding water while processor is running and blend until desired consistency is reached.

LEMON BASIL HUMMUS DIP



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Hummus dip with Southern European/Mediterranean flavors. Recipe source unknown and a few changes were made to the original recipe. C/O our CSA box notes.

Provided by C G

Categories     Dips

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

15 oz cooked chickpeas/garbanzo beans, reserve the liquid (equivalent to one can but freshly cooked beans were used in the test recipe)
1/2 c fresh basil, loosely packed (fresh only!)
3 Tbsp tahini (sesame paste)
1-2 clove garlic, peeled
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/4 tsp cracked black pepper
1/2 tsp salt
GARNISH:
spanish smoked paprika, to garnish
few fresh whole basil leaves or ribbons
1 Tbsp toasted pine nuts (walnuts are a good choice)

Steps:

  • 1. Drain the chickpeas, reserving some of the liquid. Rinse the chickpeas with cold water and drain well in a colander.
  • 2. Place the chickpeas, a little of the reserved liquid (start with a few tablespoons), basil, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, black pepper and salt into a food processor. Cover and process on PULSE until the mixture is smooth, adding more cooking liquid if necessary to desired consistency. Taste test and adjust.
  • 3. Spoon the hummus onto a platter or in a serving bowl. Sprinkle lightly with some Spanish smoked paprika; garnish with basil ribbons and sprinkle of toasted nuts. Alternatively, you can infuse the smoked paprika and pine nuts in some olive oil a few minutes until the nuts start to lightly brown. Set aside to cool then drizzle over the hummus. Accompany dip with slices of baguette, chips, pita triangles, crackers, etc. For best flavor, serve at room temperature. Other uses: sandwich spread, deviled eggs, pizza topping, etc.

HUMMUS - (CHICK-PEA DIP WITH PARSLEY AND PINE NUTS)



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Categories     Bean     Picnic     Super Bowl     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 22

Recipe By : Gourmet Magazine - October 1988
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:45
Categories : All Vegetable Dishes Appetizers
Beans Dinner
Food Processor Cooking Healthy And Hearty
High Carbohydrate Lunch
Middle Eastern Side Dishes
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
4 whole garlic cloves -- minced and mashed
1 teaspoon Morton's®Lite Salt
(optional)
2 cans garbanzo beans -- drained and rinsed
(19 oz. size)
or one cup dry beans -- soaked overnight
-- cooked and drained
2/3 cup tahini -- well stirred
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice -- or to taste
1/4 cup olive oil -- or to taste
1/4 cup fresh parsley
(leaves)
2 tablespoons pine nuts -- toasted lightly
(Accompaniment: Toasted Pita Thins)

Steps:

  • 1. On a cutting board mince and mash the garlic to a paste with the salt. 2. In a food processor purée the chick-peas with the garlic paste, the tahini, the lemon juice, 1/4 cup of the oil, and 1/2 cup water, scraping down the sides, until the hummus is smooth and add salt to taste. 3. Add water, if necessary, to thin the hummus to the desired consistency and transfer the hummus to a bowl. 4. In the food processor, cleaned, purée the remaining 1/4 cup oil with the parsley until the oil is bright green and the parsley is minced transfer the parsley oil to a small jar. 5. The hummus and the parsley oil may be made 3 days in advance and kept covered and chilled. 6. Divide the hummus between shallow serving dishes and smooth the tops. 7. Drizzle the hummus with the parsley oil and sprinkle it with the pine nuts. 8. Serve the hummus with the pita. Makes about 4 cups.

CAN'T STOP EATING IT DIP (SPINACH HUMMUS)



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I got this recipe from a good friend. It makes a great dip for corn chips.

Provided by Kathie Carr

Categories     Spreads

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can(s) (15 ounces) chick peas, drained (save 2 tablespoons of liquid)
5 c fresh spinach, torn in small pieces
3 Tbsp olive oil
2 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. In a small saucepan stir together chick peas, 2 tablespoons reserved liquid drained from chick peas, spinach, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool.
  • 2. When cool place mixture in a food processor or blender and process until smooth. You may need to do this in batches if you processor will not easily hold it all at once. Pour into a serving bowl and serve with chips, pita wedges, or small toast slices.

VEGETABLE HUMMUS DIP



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I like to use the garlic hummus, but plain works also. I am additionally not a Feta cheese fan which is what the original Nabisco recipe called for. I substituted mozzarella.

Provided by Tasses

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (7 ounce) container hummus
3/4 cup peeled and chopped cucumber
1/4 cup fine chopped red onion
1 tomatoes
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
3 cups crackers (Wheat Thins work well)

Steps:

  • Spread hummus in pie dish.
  • Layer vegetables on top of hummus.
  • Sprinkle cheese on top.
  • Chill for one hour.
  • Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.2, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 3.7, Sodium 390, Carbohydrate 23, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 3, Protein 5.9

BROWNIE BATTER DIP (AKA CHOCOLATE HUMMUS)



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At first I was skeptical of 'dessert' hummus. Then I tried some. I was hooked. It is awesome on apples, strawberries, pretzels and lots of other things.

Provided by ConnorsMom

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Fruit Dip

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained
½ cup unsweetened dark cocoa powder
½ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons creamy natural peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons water, or more if needed

Steps:

  • Combine chickpeas, cocoa powder, sugar, olive oil, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt in a food processor; blend, scraping down sides as needed, until smooth. Begin adding water while processor is running and blend until desired consistency is reached.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 133.2 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

RANCHED-UP HUMMUS DIP



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Provided by Food Network

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (16 ounces) garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic
1 cup red bell pepper, cut into strips
11/2 cups baby carrots
4 (4 inch) pitas, cut into wedges
1/4 cup Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Light dressing
3 tablespoons warm water

Steps:

  • Combine garbanzo beans, salad dressing, water, lemon juice and garlic in food processor. Process until smooth. Serve as a dip with pepper strips, carrots and pita wedges.

Tips for Making the Best Hummus Dip:

  • Use Dried Chickpeas: Soaking and cooking dried chickpeas overnight or for at least 8 hours yields a creamier and more flavorful hummus than using canned chickpeas.
  • Cook Chickpeas Properly: Make sure the chickpeas are cooked until tender but not mushy. Overcooked chickpeas can make the hummus grainy.
  • Use Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice: Fresh lemon juice adds a bright and tangy flavor to the hummus. Avoid using bottled lemon juice, which can have a bitter taste.
  • Use Good Quality Olive Oil: Extra virgin olive oil adds a rich and nutty flavor to the hummus. Use a high-quality olive oil that you would enjoy drizzling on bread or vegetables.
  • Season to Taste: Don't be afraid to adjust the seasonings in the hummus to your liking. Add more lemon juice, garlic, or salt as needed.
  • Chill Before Serving: Hummus is best served chilled. This allows the flavors to meld together and the hummus to thicken up.
  • Garnish with Fresh Herbs and Spices: When serving, garnish the hummus with fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, or mint. You can also add a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika or cumin.

Conclusion:

Hummus is a delicious and versatile dip that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, snack, or spread. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your liking by adjusting the seasonings. With its creamy texture and tangy flavor, hummus is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Whether you are making it for a party or just for yourself, follow these tips and you will be sure to make the best hummus dip.

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