Lime Jalapeno Hummus
Add a zesty twist to your snacking routine with this Lime Jalapeño Hummus, a bold and flavorful take on the classic Mediterranean dip. Featuring creamy chickpeas blended with tahini, fresh lime juice, and a kick of heat from freshly chopped jalapeño, this hummus strikes the perfect balance between tangy, spicy, and smooth. Fragrant garlic and earthy cumin round out the flavor profile, while a drizzle of olive oil ensures a luscious texture. Garnish it with cilantro and paprika for a vibrant presentation, and serve it alongside pita bread, crisp veggies, or tortilla chips for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or midday pick-me-up. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy and healthy dip is perfect for parties, meal prep, or anytime you crave something bright and bold.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Chickpeas (cooked, drained, and rinsed)
- 0.25 cup Tahini
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 Jalapeno (seeded and chopped)
- 1 Garlic clove (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 3 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 teaspoons Paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the cooked chickpeas, tahini, lime juice, chopped jalapeno, minced garlic, olive oil, ground cumin, and salt.
Blend the ingredients until a thick paste begins to form.
Add the water, one tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition, until the hummus reaches your desired consistency.
Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning by adding more lime juice, salt, or jalapeno for additional flavor or heat.
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and smooth the top with the back of a spoon.
Optional: Garnish with chopped cilantro and a sprinkle of paprika for added color and flavor.
Serve immediately with pita bread, vegetables, or tortilla chips, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1040 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.4 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.8 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1575 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.0 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.3 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 32.9 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4765 mg | 367% | |
| Iron | 21436.3 mg | 119091% | |
| Potassium | 1000 mg | 21% | |
*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.
