Dive into the rich, smoky flavors of homemade Roasted Red Pepper Hummus. The char of roasted red peppers blends seamlessly with creamy chickpeas, a pop of tahini, and a hint of garlic, making each bite a little adventure for your taste buds. It is the perfect spicy dip for crackers, carrots, chips, and more!
Craving something creamy, zesty, and full of flavor? Look no further – our Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is here to spice up your snack game! I
The best part? It's quick to whip up and even your kids will love it!
Ingredients
- Chickpeas: The star of our hummus! These little gems are packed with protein and give our dip a hearty, satisfying base. Canned chickpeas work just as well as freshly cooked ones.
- Roasted Red Peppers: These add a smoky sweetness and vibrant color to our hummus. You can roast your own or use store-bought for convenience.
- Tahini: This sesame seed paste lends a creamy richness to the hummus. It's a staple in Middle Eastern cooking and is what gives hummus its unique taste.
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil: A good quality olive oil adds a luxurious silkiness and depth of flavor to our hummus.
- Lemon Juice: Freshly squeezed lemon juice gives our hummus a bright, tangy kick and balances the richness of the other ingredients.
- Minced Garlic: A touch of garlic adds a hint of savory flavor and aroma to the hummus.
- Smoked Paprika: This adds a subtle smoky heat to the hummus, enhancing the flavor of the roasted red peppers.
- Sea Salt: Brings out the flavors of all the other ingredients. You can adjust the amount to suit your taste.
- Black Pepper: A bit of black pepper adds a hint of spice and complexity to our hummus.
Step by Step
Tips and Tricks
- Get Personal with Your Chickpeas: Here's a little secret - if you have time, peel your chickpeas. Yes, it's a bit time-consuming, but it makes your hummus extra smooth and creamy. Trust me, it's worth it.
- Roast Your Own Peppers: For an even more flavorful hummus, try roasting your own red peppers. It's easier than you think and the taste is truly unbeatable.
- Spice it Up: If you're a fan of a little heat, add a dash of cayenne pepper to your hummus. It adds a nice kick!
- The Magic of Lemon Zest: For an extra burst of freshness, try adding a bit of lemon zest to your hummus.
- Make Ahead: This hummus is a great make-ahead snack. It actually tastes better after a few hours in the fridge as the flavors have time to meld together.
Storing
Leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to four days. I do not recommend freezing hummus due to the deterioration in texture.
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Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups cooked chickpeas drained and rinsed (1 can)
- ¼ cup roasted red peppers drained
- ¼ cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine chickpeas, roasted red peppers, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, smoked paprika, salt and black pepper.
- Serve with crackers, carrot sticks, celery sticks and grape tomatoes.
Robin Rue
Mmmmm, that sounds so good. Hummus is a favorite in my house and I can't wait to try this recipe.
Glam Karen
I really do enjoy hummus, but can get a tad tired of the original flavor (or flavorless) taste. This looks really spicy and interesting and I bet my hubs will love it too! Really unique recipe!
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Terri Steffes
I love hummus! I had a hummus party in May and it was so much fun! This recipe looks delicious. I hadn't heard of Cartwheel, so I clicked over there to check it out. It sounds super interesting.
Thuli Mac
Holy moly!! That looks yum. I've always wanted to try making some but its so intimidating to get right!! Must really try this recipe.
Vicky Perreault
I have never tried red pepper hummus before, but this recipe looks so simple and good!
Amanda Love
This actually looks pretty good. I love a good hummus and might have to give this one a try. I've never noticed those Vans crackers though so will have to check the next time I'm in Target.
Carolyn
I love roasted red pepper hummus. I am glad to have a recipe now as I have only bought it before. I am sure this is even better. Thanks.
Roxanne Ferber
I love, love, love red pepper hummus! I can't wait to try this recipe out on my family!
Kimberly
Hummus is a great party dish. I'd love to try this for a pool party this Summer. My family will love it.
Heather
Yum! I love homemade hummus! I make something similar using navy beans. Those crackers look delicious too!
CourtneyLynne Storms
Omg can we say yum?!? Red pepper hummus is my favorite! I eat it all the time!!!!
yonawilliams
The color of this hummus is so bright and inviting. It looks like it tastes amazing.
Leslie Hernandez
I love love hummus!! its one of my favorite go to snacks. I also serve it as a snack when I have visitors at home with some crackers 🙂
Amber Nelson
That sounds so good. I bet it would be great for a fun summer party!
Courtney Pies
I love hummus! I would love to try this smokey roasted red pepper recipe. And those Van’s Simply Delicious crackers look good!
Ashleigh
I love a delicious dip! I'm a big fan of spicy dishes and this would go over so well with our company on the weekend.
Rebecca Kelsey
Those crackers look sooooo good. I can't wait to get them for my next party.
Donna Mc
This Hummus sounds delish! I haven't been able to find dry chickpeas to cook myself. Would be nice to find them. I would much rather cook my own. Thanks for the great recipes.
Shannon Graham
I buy this flavor all the time but have never made my own!