Okara Hummus

Elevate your hummus game with this creamy and protein-packed Okara Hummus, a sustainable twist on the classic Middle Eastern dip! This plant-based recipe repurposes okara—nutrient-rich soybean pulp left over from making soy milk—by blending it with chickpeas, tahini, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic garlic for a velvety, flavorful spread. Enhanced with olive oil, ground cumin, and a hint of paprika, this eco-friendly hummus is rich in fiber and protein, making it a nutritious choice for snacking or entertaining. Ready in just 10 minutes, it pairs perfectly with pita bread, fresh veggies, or as a sandwich spread. Reduce food waste while delighting your taste buds with this simple, wholesome recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Okara (soybean pulp)
• 1 cup Cooked chickpeas
• 3 tablespoons Tahini
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 3 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the okara, cooked chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic cloves.

Step 2

Add olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and water to the blender. Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.

Step 3

If the hummus is too thick, add an additional tablespoon of water at a time and blend until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or lemon juice to suit your palate.

Step 5

Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle with a little extra olive oil. Sprinkle paprika on top for garnish, if desired.

Step 6

Serve immediately with pita bread, vegetable sticks, or as a spread. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	629 grams (629.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1095

Total Fat 66.40g	85%
Saturated Fat 10.10g	51%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2457mg	107%
Total Carbohydrate 98.80g	36%
Dietary Fiber 32.40g	116%
Total Sugars 12.30g
Protein 37.30g	75%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3811mg	293%
Iron 16083mg	89348%
Potassium 1300mg	28%

*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: 52.3%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 34.6%