Try Making Your Own Red Pepper Hummus

By
Alfie F
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Hummus
Photo by Ludovic Avice on Unsplash

Elevate your snacking experience with this vibrant and flavorful red pepper hummus. This homemade hummus is so good that it’s perfect for dipping, spreading, or enjoying straight from the spoon. Follow this recipe to make it.

Ingredients:

  • 1 tin of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 large red bell peppers
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for roasting
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional garnishes: chopped fresh parsley, drizzle of olive oil, sprinkle of smoked paprika

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Cut the red bell peppers in half and remove the seeds and membranes. Place the pepper halves on a baking sheet, skin side up. Drizzle with a little olive oil.
  2. Roast the peppers in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the skins are blistered and charred. Remove the peppers from the oven and transfer them to a bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel and let the peppers steam for about 10 minutes. This will make it easier to remove the skins.
  3. Once the peppers have cooled slightly, peel off the charred skins and discard. In a food processor, combine the roasted red peppers, drained and rinsed chickpeas, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the food processor as needed. If the hummus is too thick, you can add a little water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, lemon juice, or spices to suit your taste.
  5. Once blended to your liking, transfer to a serving bowl. Garnish the hummus with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of smoked paprika, and chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
  6. Serve the homemade hummus with your favorite dippers such as pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.