Roasted Garlic Hummus

Elevate your snack game with this creamy and flavorful Roasted Garlic Hummus, a twist on the classic Mediterranean dip. Infused with the rich, caramelized sweetness of roasted garlic, this recipe effortlessly balances the earthy nuttiness of tahini with the tangy brightness of fresh lemon juice. Smooth and velvety in texture, it's made using simple pantry staples like canned chickpeas, olive oil, and ground cumin, offering you a wholesome, protein-packed snack in just 10 minutes of prep time. Garnished with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of paprika, and fresh parsley, this hummus is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Serve it with warm pita bread, crisp vegetable sticks, or your favorite crackers for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that's perfect for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 Garlic bulb
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 15 ounces Chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 3 tablespoons Tahini
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
• 0 Pita bread or vegetables for dipping

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Slice the top off the garlic bulb to expose the cloves. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the exposed cloves, wrap the bulb in aluminum foil, and roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes until the garlic is soft and golden brown.

Step 3

Remove the roasted garlic from the oven and allow it to cool. Once cool enough to handle, squeeze the cloves out of their skins into a small bowl.

Step 4

In a food processor, combine the roasted garlic, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, water, cumin, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. If needed, add 1-2 tablespoons of additional water to achieve your desired consistency.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more lemon juice or salt to your preference.

Step 6

Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil and sprinkle with paprika and fresh parsley for garnish.

Step 7

Serve with pita bread, vegetable sticks, or your favorite crackers as a dip.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	778.8 grams (778.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1615

Total Fat 81.90g	105%
Saturated Fat 12.30g	62%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3596mg	156%
Total Carbohydrate 179.00g	65%
Dietary Fiber 35.50g	127%
Total Sugars 18.50g
Protein 52.50g	105%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3975mg	306%
Iron 16084mg	89354%
Potassium 2127mg	45%

*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: 44.3%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 43.1%