Roasted Garlic Hummus
Roasted Garlic Hummus is a delicious and creamy spread made from chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, and of course, roasted garlic. The garlic is roasted to bring out its natural sweetness and add a rich, deep flavor to the hummus. It's a popular dip or spread that is perfect for snacking with veggies, pita chips, or as a flavorful addition to sandwiches or wraps.
Ingredients
- 1 head garlic large
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
- 15 oz. chickpeas can, rinsed and drained
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- ½ tablespoon cayenne pepper
- sea salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut the top off garlic head and drizzle with a small amount of olive oil. Wrap in aluminum foil and place in pre-heated oven for 40 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside to cool for a few minutes.
- Add remaining olive oil, chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, water, ground cumin and cayenne pepper to a blender or food processor. Once cool, remove roasted garlic cloves from outer skin and add to the container.
- Season with sea salt, to taste, and blend until smooth. Add more water, if necessary, to achieve desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasonings, as desired.
- Transfer to a serving dish and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of smoked paprika. Serve immediately with fresh vegetables and Kalamata olives. Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Notes
To save time, roast the garlic in advance while preparing other roasted vegetables or dishes in the oven. Roasted garlic can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container covered in olive oil for up to one week.
Nutrition
Calories: 391kcal (20%)Carbohydrates: 35g (12%)Protein: 13g (26%)Fat: 24g (37%)Saturated Fat: 3g (19%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 16mg (1%)Potassium: 428mg (12%)Fiber: 9g (38%)Sugar: 5g (6%)Vitamin A: 153IU (3%)Vitamin C: 7mg (8%)Calcium: 87mg (9%)Iron: 4mg (22%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
