Simple Spicy Hummus

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Spice up your snack game with this irresistibly creamy and fiery Simple Spicy Hummus! Made with tender canned chickpeas, nutty tahini, fresh lemon juice, and a bold blend of paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper, this quick, 10-minute recipe is as easy as it is flavorful. Perfectly balanced between zesty citrus and a subtle heat, this hummus is a versatile dip for pita, veggies, or crackers. Garnished with a drizzle of olive oil and a dash of red pepper flakes for extra flair, this gluten-free and vegan option is sure to impress at parties or elevate your everyday snacking. Whether you’re hosting or meal-prepping, this wholesome dish is your go-to for healthy, homemade flavor!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 10 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 15 oz Canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
• 3 tbsp Tahini
• 2 medium Garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp Lemon juice
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 3 tbsp Water
• 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp Paprika
• 0.25 tsp Ground cayenne pepper
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes (for garnish, optional)
• 1 tbsp Additional olive oil (for garnish, optional)

📝 Instructions

6 steps

1. Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, tahini, garlic cloves, lemon juice, olive oil, and water to a food processor.

2. Sprinkle in the ground cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt.

3. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the food processor as needed.

4. Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning as desired, adding more salt, lemon juice, or water for consistency, if necessary.

5. Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and garnish with red pepper flakes and a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.

6. Serve with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or crackers. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (153.5g)

Calories		306
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		19.3 g	25%
	Saturated Fat	2.9 g	15%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		465 mg	20%
Total Carbohydrate		26.1 g	9%
	Dietary Fiber	7.7 g	27%
	Total Sugars	4.3 g
Protein		9.7 g	19%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		929 mg	71%
Iron		4019.7 mg	22332%
Potassium		388 mg	8%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 696 cal (54.9%%)

Protein: 154 cal (12.1%%)

Carbs: 417 cal (32.9%%)