Moroccan Chickpea Dip
Experience the vibrant flavors of North Africa with this creamy Moroccan Chickpea Dip, a delightful twist on classic hummus. Featuring tender chickpeas blended with tahini, zesty lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil, this dip is elevated by a unique medley of warm spices like cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and paprika. The optional addition of harissa paste adds a fiery kick for those who crave a touch of heat. Ready in just 10 minutes, this rich and aromatic dip is perfect as a healthy snack or crowd-pleasing appetizer. Garnished with fresh parsley and toasted sesame seeds, it pairs beautifully with warm pita bread, crisp vegetable sticks, or your favorite crackers. Whether you're hosting a gathering or indulging in a quick bite, this Moroccan-inspired dip is a bold and flavorful choice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon harissa paste (optional, for spice)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water (as needed for desired consistency)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, cinnamon, harissa paste (if using), salt, and black pepper into a food processor.
Blend the ingredients until smooth, scraping down the sides of the processor as needed.
If the dip is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time and blend until you reach your desired creamy consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding more salt, lemon juice, or harissa paste for additional flavor.
Transfer the Moroccan Chickpea Dip to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped parsley and toasted sesame seeds.
Drizzle with a little olive oil if desired for an extra pop of flavor.
Serve with fresh vegetable sticks, warm pita bread, or crackers on the side, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1238 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.6 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3676 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.8 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.0 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 37.4 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3727 mg | 287% | |
| Iron | 16083.4 mg | 89352% | |
| Potassium | 1203 mg | 26% | |
*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.
