Spicy Red Pepper Hummus
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Spicy Red Pepper Hummus, blending the creamy richness of chickpeas and tahini with the smoky sweetness of roasted red peppers and a fiery kick of cayenne pepper. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 10 minutes, delivers a smooth, velvety hummus bursting with bold flavors, complemented by fragrant garlic, tangy lemon juice, and warm spices like cumin and paprika. Perfectly balanced with optional garnishes like fresh parsley, crushed red pepper flakes, and a drizzle of olive oil, this hummus makes an eye-catching dip for pita bread, crisp veggies, or crunchy crackers. Whether you're hosting a party or preparing a healthy snack, this vibrant, protein-packed dish is sure to impress while catering to vegan and gluten-free diets.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup jarred roasted red peppers
- 0.25 cup tahini
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons water (or reserved chickpea liquid)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (for drizzling, optional)
Instructions
Place the chickpeas, roasted red peppers, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, ground cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt in a food processor or high-powered blender.
Process the ingredients on high speed until the mixture starts to come together.
Slowly add the water or reserved chickpea liquid, 1 tablespoon at a time, while blending. Continue processing until the hummus reaches a smooth, creamy consistency.
Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, lemon juice, or cayenne pepper for extra flavor or heat.
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and smooth the top with the back of a spoon.
Optional: Drizzle olive oil over the top, sprinkle with paprika and crushed red pepper flakes, and garnish with fresh parsley for presentation.
Serve immediately with pita bread, vegetable sticks, or crackers, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
219 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.1 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 543 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 810 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 3572.8 mg | 19849% | |
| Potassium | 289 mg | 6% | |
*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.
