Savory Pumpkin Hummus (plant-based)
This creamy and Savory Pumpkin Hummus is perfect for the cooler season. It's easy to make, one bowl so easy to clean up, and it has simple ingredients. Pumpkin hummus is a nutritious snack filled with protein and fiber and the season's most admired flavors.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 192kcal
Equipment
- 1 food processor
- 1 saucepan *optional
- 1 steamer basket *optional
Ingredients
- 1¾ cups (15oz can) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ½ cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- sea salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons hot water
Instructions
- *Optional: Start by steaming the chickpeas for 5 minutes by using a pot with a basket steamer and about 1 inch of water at the bottom. Place the lid on the pot and allow the chickpeas to steam.
- Add all of the ingredients to the bowl of a food processor.
- Blend until creamy and smooth. Stop occasionally and scrape down the sides with a spatula. After one minute, while it is blending, slowly and carefully pour in the hot water and blend for at least another minute. *The longer you blend it, the creamier it will become.
- Add additional salt as needed.
- Dip carrot sticks, celery sticks, pita bread, or pretzel slims into this hummus for the most delicious, protein-filled appetizer.
Notes
This hummus should be stored in an air-tight container in the fridge.
This hummus should last from 4-6 days in the fridge.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 192kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 249mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 4885IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg