Pumpkin hummus
What food does fall bring to mind? For many of us, it’s pumpkin.
Hummus is a healthy snack, high in protein and fiber. This pumpkin version is ready for the season and adds additional nutrients and flavor. Garnish with toasted pepitas, pomegranate arils, chopped Italian parsley, or just a swirl of olive oil. If you're eating as a dip, try this with broccoli or cauliflower florets, carrot sticks (rainbow carrots ideally), or whole-wheat pita triangles.
Servings: Makes 3 cups
Prep time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 15-ounce can low-sodium or no-salt-added chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
- 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons pumpkin purée (1/2 can)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon fine Kosher salt
Directions
- Purée all ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
- Add additional water, if needed, to make a loose paste.
Nutrition information (per serving)
- Calories: 50
- Total fat: 3.5 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Total carbohydrate: 3 g
- Dietary fiber: 1 g
- Total sugars: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
Recipe contributed by Linda Shiue, MD.