Avocado Hummus
This Avocado Hummus recipe is a delicious twist on the classic chickpea-based dip. The addition of avocado makes it extra creamy and flavorful.
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Middle Eastern
- 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: paprika chopped herbs, extra olive oil
Combine the chickpeas, avocado, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and cumin in a food processor. Pulse until smooth and creamy.
If the hummus is too thick, add a bit of water or extra olive oil to thin it out.
Taste the hummus and add salt and pepper as needed.
Transfer the hummus to a serving dish and top with paprika, chopped herbs, and extra olive oil, if desired.
To make this recipe spicy, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
If you don't have tahini, you can substitute it with peanut butter or almond butter.
This Avocado Hummus is great as a dip for veggies or pita chips, or as a spread for sandwiches or wraps.
Try this tahini in your hummus!