Grilled Zucchini Hummus

Elevate your appetizer game with this creamy and smoky Grilled Zucchini Hummus, a delicious twist on the classic dip that’s perfect for summer gatherings or healthy snacking. This recipe combines the charred sweetness of grilled zucchini with the velvety smoothness of tahini and chickpeas, creating a vibrant and nutrient-packed dish that’s both satisfying and packed with flavor. Infused with garlic, lemon juice, and a hint of cumin, this hummus offers a well-balanced blend of zest and earthiness. Garnished with a drizzle of olive oil, a dash of smoked paprika, and fresh parsley, it’s as stunning to serve as it is to eat. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for pairing with pita, crackers, or crisp veggies, this homemade dip will quickly become your go-to crowd-pleaser. Keywords: grilled zucchini hummus, smoky hummus recipe, healthy appetizer, summer dip ideas, homemade hummus.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Zucchini
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 3 tablespoons Tahini
• 1 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Cumin (ground)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Slice the zucchinis lengthwise into quarter-inch thick strips.

Step 3

Brush both sides of the zucchini slices with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 4

Place the zucchini slices on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until grill marks appear and the zucchini is softened.

Step 5

Remove the grilled zucchini from the heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 6

In a food processor, combine the grilled zucchini, chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, salt, water, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 7

Blend the ingredients until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. If the hummus is too thick, add additional water 1 tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.

Step 8

Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning with more salt, lemon juice, or cumin, if desired.

Step 9

Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of smoked paprika, and chopped parsley, if using.

Step 10

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	723.1 grams (723.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	990

Total Fat 62.10g	80%
Saturated Fat 9.60g	48%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5390mg	234%
Total Carbohydrate 84.90g	31%
Dietary Fiber 21.50g	77%
Total Sugars 35.40g
Protein 28.50g	57%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3668mg	282%
Iron 16078mg	89321%
Potassium 1739mg	37%

*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: 55.2%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 33.5%