Description
This savory pumpkin hummus is a flavorful twist on the classic Middle Eastern dip, combining creamy chickpeas with autumnal pumpkin purée and warming spices like cumin, cinnamon, and smoked paprika. Perfect as a healthy snack or appetizer, it offers a rich, smooth texture with a subtle hint of spice and earthiness. Topped with roasted pumpkin seeds and drizzled with olive oil, it’s great for serving with fresh vegetables, crackers, or pita chips.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed, reserving ⅓ cup liquid
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
- 2 tablespoons tahini paste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for serving)
- 1 garlic clove, finely minced
- ¾ cup pumpkin purée
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground sage
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Toppings (Optional)
- Roasted and salted pumpkin seeds
Instructions
- Drain chickpeas: Drain the liquid from the can of chickpeas, reserving ⅓ cup of the liquid and setting it aside for later use.
- Process base ingredients: In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine the drained chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, olive oil, and minced garlic. Pulse 10-20 times until the mixture breaks down into coarse crumbs.
- Add pumpkin and spices: Add the pumpkin purée, cumin, paprika, salt, ground sage, red pepper flakes (if using), cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons of water to the food processor. Blend for 1 to 2 minutes, stopping every 30 seconds to scrape down the sides to ensure everything is blended evenly.
- Adjust consistency: Gradually add more water or the reserved chickpea liquid, one tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition, until the hummus reaches your preferred smooth and creamy consistency.
- Serve: Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle with additional olive oil and sprinkle roasted pumpkin seeds on top if desired. Enjoy with fresh vegetables, crackers, or pita chips.
Notes
- For a smoother hummus, blend for a longer time and add reserved chickpea liquid gradually.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt or lemon juice if desired.
- Roasted pumpkin seeds add a nice crunch and complement the pumpkin flavor well but can be omitted for a nut-free option.
- Use canned pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling) for best savory flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Keywords: pumpkin hummus, savory hummus recipe, fall recipes, vegetarian appetizer, healthy dip, Middle Eastern dip
