Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus
Brighten up your snack spread with this Cilantro Jalapeño Hummus, a bold and zesty twist on the classic Mediterranean dip. This irresistible recipe combines creamy chickpeas, fresh cilantro, and spicy jalapeño for a vibrant flavor profile that’s perfect for heat lovers. Balanced with earthy tahini, fresh lime juice, and ground cumin, this hummus boasts a silky-smooth texture with a refreshing herbal kick. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an effortless appetizer or side dish that pairs beautifully with pita bread, crunchy veggies, or tortilla chips. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika for a stunning presentation, and let this flavorful creation steal the spotlight at your next gathering! Perfect for meal prep, it's also a healthy and flavorful snack that keeps well in the fridge.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Chickpeas (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro (packed)
- 1 Fresh jalapeño (seeded for less heat, optional)
- 1 Garlic clove
- 0.25 cup Tahini
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika or chili powder (optional, for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Additional olive oil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, tahini, olive oil, lime juice, water, ground cumin, and salt.
Blend the ingredients together until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the food processor as needed. If the hummus is too thick, add an extra tablespoon of water at a time and blend until the desired consistency is achieved.
Taste the hummus and adjust the salt, lime juice, or jalapeño (add more for extra heat) as desired.
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and smooth the surface with the back of a spoon.
Optional: Drizzle with a teaspoon of olive oil and sprinkle with paprika or chili powder for garnish.
Serve immediately with pita bread, vegetable sticks, or tortilla chips, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
251 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.8 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 255 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 806 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 3573.3 mg | 19852% | |
| Potassium | 225 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
