Description
This Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is a creamy and smoky Mediterranean dip blending classic chickpeas with sweet roasted red peppers, tahini, garlic, lemon, and olive oil. Perfect for serving with pita, fresh vegetables, sandwiches, or as part of a mezze platter, it’s an easy, flavorful, and healthy appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Hummus Base
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 large roasted red pepper, peeled and seeded
- ¼ cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2–4 tablespoons cold water, as needed
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- Paprika, for garnish
- Extra olive oil, for drizzling
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the chickpeas, roasted red pepper, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, cumin, and salt to a food processor.
- Blend Initially: Blend the mixture for 1–2 minutes until it begins to become smooth and well combined.
- Adjust Texture: Add cold water one tablespoon at a time while continuing to blend, until the hummus reaches a creamy, smooth consistency.
- Season to Taste: Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning by adding more lemon juice, salt, or cumin if desired.
- Transfer and Garnish: Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with extra olive oil, and garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of paprika.
- Serve: Serve with warm pita bread, fresh vegetables, crackers, or as part of a Mediterranean mezze platter.
Notes
- For exceptionally smooth hummus, remove the skins from chickpeas before blending.
- Use jarred roasted red peppers for convenience or roast your own at home for more flavor.
- Add a pinch of smoked paprika for an extra smoky flavor boost.
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- The hummus can be made a day ahead to enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dip, Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
