Grilled Zucchini Hummus
Elevate your appetizer game with this creamy and smoky Grilled Zucchini Hummus, a delicious twist on the classic dip that’s perfect for summer gatherings or healthy snacking. This recipe combines the charred sweetness of grilled zucchini with the velvety smoothness of tahini and chickpeas, creating a vibrant and nutrient-packed dish that’s both satisfying and packed with flavor. Infused with garlic, lemon juice, and a hint of cumin, this hummus offers a well-balanced blend of zest and earthiness. Garnished with a drizzle of olive oil, a dash of smoked paprika, and fresh parsley, it’s as stunning to serve as it is to eat. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for pairing with pita, crackers, or crisp veggies, this homemade dip will quickly become your go-to crowd-pleaser. Keywords: grilled zucchini hummus, smoky hummus recipe, healthy appetizer, summer dip ideas, homemade hummus.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 3 tablespoons Tahini
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Cumin (ground)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.
Slice the zucchinis lengthwise into quarter-inch thick strips.
Brush both sides of the zucchini slices with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Place the zucchini slices on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until grill marks appear and the zucchini is softened.
Remove the grilled zucchini from the heat and let it cool slightly.
In a food processor, combine the grilled zucchini, chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, salt, water, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Blend the ingredients until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. If the hummus is too thick, add additional water 1 tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning with more salt, lemon juice, or cumin, if desired.
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of smoked paprika, and chopped parsley, if using.
Serve with pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
990 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.1 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5390 mg | 234% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.9 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.5 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.4 g | ||
| Protein | 28.5 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3668 mg | 282% | |
| Iron | 16077.8 mg | 89321% | |
| Potassium | 1739 mg | 37% | |
*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.
