Paleo Garlic Hummus
Elevate your appetizer game with Paleo Garlic Hummus, a creamy and flavorful twist on the classic dip that's completely legume-free and perfect for Paleo enthusiasts. This recipe swaps traditional chickpeas for steamed cauliflower florets, creating a velvety texture while keeping it light and low-carb. Bold garlic combines with nutty tahini, rich olive oil, zesty lemon juice, and warm cumin to build layers of irresistible flavor. Whipped together in a food processor, this Paleo-friendly hummus is quick and easy to prepare, with just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes cook time. Serve it with crisp veggie sticks or use it as a savory spread to bring a deliciously healthy touch to your snacking routine. Enjoy the perfect blend of creamy indulgence and wholesome goodness gluten-free and dairy-free with this crowd-pleasing dip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower florets
- 0.25 cup tahini
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
Instructions
Begin by preparing your cauliflower. Remove the leaves, and cut away the stem, then cut the cauliflower into medium-sized florets.
Fill a large pot with about 2 inches of water and bring it to a simmer over medium heat.
Place a steamer basket in the pot and add the cauliflower florets. Cover the pot and steam the cauliflower for approximately 10-12 minutes, or until tender.
Once cooked, remove the cauliflower from heat and let it cool for about 5 minutes.
In a food processor, combine the steamed cauliflower, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic cloves, ground cumin, salt, pepper, and water.
Process the mixture until smooth and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides with a spatula a few times to ensure even blending.
If the hummus is too thick, you can add additional tablespoons of water, one at a time, and blend until you reach your desired consistency.
Taste the hummus and adjust seasonings if needed. Add more salt, lemon juice, or olive oil as per your preference.
Transfer the Paleo Garlic Hummus to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Serve with vegetable sticks like carrots, celery, or cucumber for a delicious Paleo-friendly snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1105 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.7 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1436 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 26.1 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4822 mg | 371% | |
| Iron | 21433.4 mg | 119074% | |
| Potassium | 2208 mg | 47% | |
*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.
