This savory and spicy Easy Pumpkin Hummus gets ready in under 10 minutesand makes for a great fall-flavored party appetizer. It’s healthy, gluten-free, and vegan too.
1cupcooked chickpeasif using canned chickpeas, drain and rinse them before using.
5-6peeled garlic cloves
4tablespoonstahini
10tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
3tablespoonslemon juice
1teaspoonsaltor to taste
½teaspooncumin powder
1teaspoonred pepper flakes
4tablespoonsice-cold water
¼teaspoonground black pepper
Instructions
Add all the ingredients to a blender.
Blend until smooth.
Blend until smooth. Scrape the sides of the blender a few times while blending.
Adjust the seasonings and liquids to ensure you have creamy pumpkin hummus until you reach the desired consistency.
Transfer the hummus to the serving bowl. Drizzle some olive oil on top and sprinkle a few toasted pumpkin seeds and cayenne pepper on top. Serve.
Notes
Pumpkin Puree is different from Pumpkin Pie Filling. DO NOT use pumpkin pie filling in this recipe otherwise, the hummus will turn out sweet.Use ice-cold water while blending the hummus for a creamier texture. It also prevents the hummus from turning darker in color while blending.Make this hummus a day prior to serving for the best flavor.This recipe can be easily halved or doubled.