Smoky Chipotle Hummus

Don’t spend your good money on tiny containers of store-bought hummus! Make your own! This recipe is a fun twist on traditional hummus recipes. The chipotle pepper and cumin lend a bit of heat and smokiness, while the cilantro brightens the flavor. Perfect for entertaining a crowd! Serve with pita chips and fresh vegetables.

You will need:

  • 2 (15.5 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained
  • ½ cup water
  • ¼ cup tahini (sesame-seed paste)
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 canned chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cumin
  • 1 (7 ounce) jar roasted red bell peppers, drained
  • 6 oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained
  • ½ cup chopped cilantro
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ground black pepper to taste

Instructions:

Place the garbanzo beans, water, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, chipotle pepper, garlic, and cumin in the bowl of a food processor; blend until smooth. Add the red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Pulse the mixture until the ingredients are coarsely chopped into the hummus base. Transfer to a serving bowl, cover, and chill until ready to serve.

Prep Time: 15 mins/Cooking Time: -/ Total Time: 15 mins

Servings: 20

Calories: 89.6