Moroccan Chickpea Dip

Experience the vibrant flavors of North Africa with this creamy Moroccan Chickpea Dip, a delightful twist on classic hummus. Featuring tender chickpeas blended with tahini, zesty lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil, this dip is elevated by a unique medley of warm spices like cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and paprika. The optional addition of harissa paste adds a fiery kick for those who crave a touch of heat. Ready in just 10 minutes, this rich and aromatic dip is perfect as a healthy snack or crowd-pleasing appetizer. Garnished with fresh parsley and toasted sesame seeds, it pairs beautifully with warm pita bread, crisp vegetable sticks, or your favorite crackers. Whether you're hosting a gathering or indulging in a quick bite, this Moroccan-inspired dip is a bold and flavorful choice.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 400 grams canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 3 tablespoons tahini
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon harissa paste (optional, for spice)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons water (as needed for desired consistency)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, cinnamon, harissa paste (if using), salt, and black pepper into a food processor.

Step 2

Blend the ingredients until smooth, scraping down the sides of the processor as needed.

Step 3

If the dip is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time and blend until you reach your desired creamy consistency.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding more salt, lemon juice, or harissa paste for additional flavor.

Step 5

Transfer the Moroccan Chickpea Dip to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped parsley and toasted sesame seeds.

Step 6

Drizzle with a little olive oil if desired for an extra pop of flavor.

Step 7

Serve with fresh vegetable sticks, warm pita bread, or crackers on the side, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	578.6 grams (578.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1238

Total Fat 81.60g	105%
Saturated Fat 12.30g	62%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3676mg	160%
Total Carbohydrate 96.80g	35%
Dietary Fiber 29.00g	104%
Total Sugars 14.80g
Protein 37.40g	75%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3727mg	287%
Iron 16083mg	89352%
Potassium 1203mg	26%

*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: 57.8%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 30.5%