Toasted Walnut Hummous

Elevate your snacking game with this rich and nutty Toasted Walnut Hummus, a creative twist on the classic dip. This velvety spread combines the earthy warmth of toasted walnuts with creamy chickpeas, tahini, and a zesty splash of fresh lemon juice for a flavor-packed experience. Infused with aromatic cumin and finished with a drizzle of olive oil and a dusting of paprika, this recipe is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect as a healthy appetizer or snack, serve it with warm pita, crisp veggies, or crackers for an unforgettable bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this walnut hummus is not only quick and easy but also vegan, gluten-free, and ideal for meal prep—store any leftovers in the fridge for up to five days!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup walnuts
• 15 ounces canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
• 3 tablespoons tahini
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 clove minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons warm water
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for drizzle)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the walnuts and toast them, stirring frequently, for about 3-5 minutes or until they become fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the toasted walnuts, chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, and salt.

Step 3

Pulse the mixture several times to begin breaking it down. Then, with the food processor running, slowly add the warm water one tablespoon at a time until the hummus reaches your desired consistency. Scrape down the sides of the food processor as needed.

Step 4

Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, lemon juice, or olive oil if desired.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Serve immediately with pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	718.8 grams (718.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2293

Total Fat 172.80g	222%
Saturated Fat 20.90g	105%
Polyunsaturated Fat 56.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2023mg	88%
Total Carbohydrate 144.20g	52%
Dietary Fiber 46.50g	166%
Total Sugars 24.80g
Protein 67.40g	135%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3823mg	294%
Iron 16089mg	89383%
Potassium 2050mg	44%

*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: 64.8%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 24.0%