Description
This Roasted Pumpkin Hummus is a creamy, flavorful twist on traditional hummus, blending roasted pumpkin puree with chickpeas and aromatic spices. Perfect as a healthy appetizer or snack, it pairs wonderfully with fresh veggies or warm toasted pita slices.
Ingredients
Scale
Hummus Base
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup roasted pumpkin squash, pureed
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon cayenne (optional)
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped for garnish
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 3 teaspoons sesame seeds
- Optional: toasted pita slices to serve
Instructions
- Prepare the Mixture: In a food processor, combine the pureed roasted pumpkin, chickpeas, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, kosher salt, black pepper, cumin, and cayenne pepper if using. Pulse the ingredients to begin mixing them evenly.
- Add Olive Oil: Slowly drizzle in 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil while the food processor is running, blending until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a creamy hummus texture.
- Transfer and Garnish: Spoon the pumpkin hummus into a serving dish. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the top, then sprinkle with sesame seeds, paprika, and chopped fresh parsley for a colorful and flavorful garnish.
- Serve: Serve your roasted pumpkin hummus with fresh-cut vegetables or warm toasted pita slices for dipping and enjoying.
Notes
- Roast your pumpkin squash beforehand until tender, then puree it for the best texture and flavor.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper quantity to control the spice level or omit it altogether if you prefer a milder dip.
- For a gluten-free option, serve with vegetable sticks instead of pita bread.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- You can substitute sesame seeds garnish with pepitas (pumpkin seeds) for added crunch and flavor variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
