Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
This smooth and flavorful roasted red pepper hummus blends chickpeas, tahini, roasted red peppers, garlic, and lemon into a creamy dip perfect for snacks, sandwiches, or entertaining.
Servings
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons tahini well-stirred
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil plus additional for drizzling
- 1 14 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup jarred roasted red peppers drained
- 1 clove garlic minced (approximately 1/2 teaspoon)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of cayenne pepper optional, for heat
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice from 1 to 2 lemons
- 2 tablespoons roasted sliced almonds for garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely minced (for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the Tahini Mixture:
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the tahini and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Whisk thoroughly until smooth. Set aside.
Blend Base Ingredients:
- In the bowl of a food processor, combine the chickpeas, roasted red peppers, minced garlic, salt, and cayenne pepper. Process for approximately 15 seconds, or until the mixture becomes finely ground but not yet smooth. Pause to scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula.
Incorporate Lemon Juice:
- While the processor is running, slowly pour the lemon juice through the feed tube in a steady stream. Stop to scrape down the bowl once more, and process for an additional 1 minute.
Add Tahini Mixture:
- With the machine still running, gradually add the prepared tahini and olive oil mixture through the feed tube. Continue processing until the hummus becomes smooth and creamy, approximately 15 to 20 seconds. Scrape down the bowl as needed.
Rest and Garnish:
- Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Allow it to rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Prior to serving, drizzle with additional olive oil and top with roasted sliced almonds and minced fresh parsley for garnish.
Notes
This roasted red pepper hummus is naturally gluten-free, provided that all packaged ingredients (such as jarred roasted red peppers and tahini) are verified to be free from gluten-containing additives or cross-contamination. Always review labels carefully to ensure gluten-free certification when serving individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.