High Protein Spicy Hummus
Elevate your snacking game with this High Protein Spicy Hummus, a bold and nutritious twist on the classic dip! Featuring protein-packed red lentils alongside creamy chickpeas, this recipe is infused with smoky paprika, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of cayenne for a fiery kick. Making it is a breeze—just blend everything together for a smooth and luscious texture that pairs perfectly with fresh veggies, pita bread, or your favorite crackers. Garnished with vibrant parsley and spicy red pepper flakes, this hummus is as visually appealing as it is flavorful. Ready in just 20 minutes and easily customizable, this healthy snack is great for meal prep, parties, or a quick energy boost. Give your hummus a spicy, protein-rich upgrade today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 0.5 cups Cooked red lentils
- 0.25 cups Tahini
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Optional: Red pepper flakes (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Optional: Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Start by cooking the red lentils if they are not pre-cooked. Rinse 1/4 cup (dry) red lentils and cook them in water according to package instructions until soft. This usually takes about 10 minutes. Allow them to cool slightly before using.
In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, cooked red lentils, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, water, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Blend on high until smooth and creamy. If the hummus is too thick, add additional water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more cayenne pepper for extra heat or salt and lemon juice to suit your preference.
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and garnish with red pepper flakes and chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve with your choice of vegetables, pita bread, crackers, or as a spread on sandwiches and wraps.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1233 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 73.5 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2135 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 106.9 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.3 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 44.7 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4852 mg | 373% | |
| Iron | 21439.4 mg | 119108% | |
| Potassium | 1743 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.
