Name: Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1 large roasted red pepper, peeled and seeded; ¼ cup tahini; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 garlic clove; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon salt; 2–4 tablespoons cold water, as needed; Fresh parsley, for garnish; Paprika, for garnish; Extra olive oil, for drizzling

Description

This Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is a creamy, smoky, and flavorful Mediterranean dip made by blending classic chickpeas with sweet roasted red peppers, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Perfect for pita bread, fresh vegetables, sandwiches, or mezze platters, it’s a healthy and easy recipe full of vibrant flavors and smooth texture.

Ingredients

Hummus Base

1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 large roasted red pepper, peeled and seeded
¼ cup tahini
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
2–4 tablespoons cold water, as needed

Garnish

Fresh parsley, for garnish
Paprika, for garnish
Extra olive oil, for drizzling

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Instructions

Add Ingredients: Add the chickpeas, roasted red pepper, tahini, fresh lemon juice, garlic clove, extra-virgin olive oil, ground cumin, and salt to a food processor.
Initial Blend: Blend the ingredients for 1–2 minutes, until the mixture begins to become smooth and creamy.
Adjust Consistency: Add cold water one tablespoon at a time while continuing to blend until the hummus reaches your desired creamy consistency.
Season to Taste: Taste the hummus and adjust the lemon juice, salt, or cumin based on your preference.
Serve: Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with extra olive oil, and garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of paprika.
Enjoy: Serve with warm pita bread, fresh vegetables, crackers, or as part of a Mediterranean mezze platter.

Notes

For exceptionally smooth hummus, remove the chickpea skins before blending.
You can use jarred roasted red peppers for convenience or roast your own at home.
Add a pinch of smoked paprika for an extra smoky flavor dimension.
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
Making the hummus a day ahead enhances the flavors and texture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Appetizer, Dip, Snack
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern