Pumpkin Hummus
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A savory pumpkin hummus recipe with a fall twist, perfect for appetizers.
- Author: Claire
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 2–4 tablespoons cold water, as needed
- Optional garnishes: pepitas, olive oil, paprika
- Combine chickpeas, pumpkin purée, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt in a food processor.
- Process until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the hummus reaches your desired creamy consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Transfer hummus to a serving bowl.
- Garnish with pepitas, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of paprika, if desired.
- Serve with pita bread, crackers, or vegetables.
Notes
- For a smoother hummus, remove the skins from the chickpeas before processing.
- Adjust the spices to your preference. A pinch of cinnamon can add extra warmth.
- This hummus is best served chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg