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Pumpkin Hummus | Video

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250
A creamy and flavorful pumpkin hummus perfect for dipping and snacking, combining roasted pumpkin with classic hummus ingredients.

Ingredients

Pumpkin

  • 0.5 large butternut pumpkin (peeled and chopped into large chunks)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper

Chickpeas

  • 1 can (400 g) chickpeas, drained (reserve the liquid)
  • 1/2 cup tahini
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves garlic cloves (peeled and finely chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin (cumin powder)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (cinnamon powder)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Pepitas

  • to taste roasted pepitas
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Olive oil

  • as needed olive oil (for drizzling)

Pita chips

  • as needed tortilla chips, crackers

Sliced apples

  • as needed sliced apples

Vegetables

  • as needed sliced carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers (capsicum)

Instructions 

  • Roast the pumpkin until tender, then let it cool.
  • Blend roasted pumpkin, chickpeas, tahini, garlic, spices, and olive oil until smooth.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and cayenne if desired.
  • Serve with pepitas, pita chips, sliced apples, and vegetables.

Notes

For extra flavor, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle paprika before serving.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: pumpkin