High Protein Garlic Hummus
Elevate your snack game with this creamy, flavorful High Protein Garlic Hummus—a nutritious twist on the classic dip that’s perfect for health-conscious food lovers. Packed with protein from a combination of chickpeas, cannellini beans, and creamy Greek yogurt, this hummus delivers a satisfying and energizing boost. Aromatic garlic, tangy lemon juice, and earthy tahini create a vibrant, well-balanced flavor profile, while a touch of cumin adds subtle warmth. Made in just 10 minutes without any cooking, this easy recipe is perfect for busy days or quick entertaining. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with fresh parsley for a beautiful presentation, and enjoy it with crunchy veggies, pita chips, or as a versatile sandwich spread. Healthy, delicious, and protein-packed, this garlic hummus is sure to become your go-to dip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz can canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 15 oz can canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup tahini
- 1 medium lemon, juiced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas and cannellini beans. Pulse a few times to begin breaking them down.
Add the Greek yogurt, tahini, juice of the lemon, minced garlic, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper into the food processor.
Process the mixture until it becomes smooth, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides.
With the food processor running, slowly add the water until the desired consistency is reached. You may need more or less than the 1/4 cup suggested, depending on your preference.
Taste the hummus and adjust salt and lemon juice to your liking.
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with additional olive oil if desired, and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Serve your high protein garlic hummus with fresh vegetables, pita chips, or use as a sandwich spread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.5 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 4240 mg | 184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.7 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.4 g | 176% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.1 g | ||
| Protein | 79.6 g | 159% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 5217 mg | 401% | |
| Iron | 21447.8 mg | 119154% | |
| Potassium | 2834 mg | 60% | |
*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.
