High Protein Avocado Hummus
Elevate your snacking game with this creamy and nutrient-packed High Protein Avocado Hummus, a unique twist on traditional hummus that combines the velvety richness of ripe avocado with the hearty protein boost of chickpeas. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 10 minutes, features a harmonious blend of tahini, lemon juice, and a hint of cumin, perfectly balanced for a tangy yet savory flavor profile. With fresh garlic and optional cayenne pepper for a subtle kick, this hummus is as versatile as it is wholesome. Serve it as a luscious dip with pita chips or crunchy veggie sticks, or spread it on sandwiches for a vibrant, protein-packed addition to any meal. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of herbal freshness, this avocado hummus is a healthy, crowd-pleasing favorite you don’t want to miss! Optimized for gluten-free, vegan, and high-protein diets, it’s perfect for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 ounces Canned chickpeas
- 1 large Avocado
- 3 tablespoons Tahini
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 large Garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
Begin by draining and rinsing the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water. This will help remove excess sodium and improve the flavor of your hummus.
Cut the large avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh into a food processor.
Add the rinsed chickpeas into the food processor with the avocado.
Peel and add one large garlic clove, or two if you prefer a more garlicky taste, into the processor.
Spoon in the tahini, followed by freshly squeezed lemon juice. This creates a creamy and tangy base for your hummus.
Pour in the olive oil, then sprinkle in ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
For a little kick, add cayenne pepper to the mixture if desired.
Add a few tablespoons of water to help bind the ingredients together and smoothen the texture.
Blend all the ingredients until you achieve a uniform, creamy consistency. You may need to stop occasionally to scrape down the sides with a spatula.
Taste your hummus and adjust the seasoning with more salt, lemon juice, or cumin as desired.
Spoon the hummus into a serving bowl and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
Serve immediately with pita chips, fresh vegetable sticks, or as a spread in sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1278 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.7 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2494 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.4 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.2 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 32.6 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3686 mg | 284% | |
| Iron | 16079.2 mg | 89329% | |
| Potassium | 2029 mg | 43% | |
*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.
