Hummus with a Twist

Elevate your hummus game with this vibrant and smoky "Hummus with a Twist." Featuring the rich creaminess of classic chickpeas and tahini, this recipe takes a flavorful detour with the addition of roasted red peppers, smoked paprika, and a hint of ground cumin. The bold, smoky undertones and zesty lemon juice create a dip that’s as versatile as it is delicious—perfect for spreading on sandwiches, serving with pita bread, or pairing with fresh veggies. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy-to-make hummus is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next gathering. Don’t forget to garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and a dash of paprika for that wow-worthy finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 15 oz canned chickpeas
• 3 tbsp tahini
• 1 cup roasted red peppers
• 2 cloves garlic
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp kosher salt
• 2 tbsp water

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, roasted red peppers, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and kosher salt.

Step 3

Blend the ingredients together until smooth, pausing occasionally to scrape down the sides of the food processor with a spatula.

Step 4

With the processor running, gradually add the water, one tablespoon at a time, to achieve your desired creamy consistency.

Step 5

Taste the hummus and adjust seasonings if needed, adding more lemon juice, salt, or paprika to suit your preference.

Step 6

Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle with a bit of olive oil on top for garnish.

Step 7

Optional: Sprinkle a pinch of smoked paprika or freshly chopped parsley over the hummus for presentation.

Step 8

Serve immediately with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a spread for sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	819 grams (819.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1013

Total Fat 62.20g	80%
Saturated Fat 9.80g	49%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1590mg	69%
Total Carbohydrate 82.20g	30%
Dietary Fiber 23.90g	85%
Total Sugars 12.10g
Protein 30.20g	60%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3680mg	283%
Iron 16078mg	89323%
Potassium 1375mg	29%

*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: 55.5%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 32.6%