Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Not only is this Red Pepper Hummus incredibly delicious, but it's also super easy to make. With just a handful of ingredients and a few minutes of prep time, you can make a great batch of this homemade hummus that tastes better than store-bought hummus.

Chickpeas are packed with protein and fiber, making this hummus a satisfying and nutritious snack for the whole family to enjoy. Both our kids love colorful hummus such as this one, and our popular Beetroot Hummus.

Whether you're hosting a party, packing a lunch, or simply craving a tasty snack, this Red Pepper Hummus is one of your best choices. You can have this hummus ready in not time, using just a few simple ingredients.

Our Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Recipe is:

• An appetizer or spread
• Gluten-free
• Vegan
• Nutritious and healthy snack
• Family-friendly
• Smooth
• Packed with flavor

Ingredients

Red Peppers. For this recipe, you can use different type of red peppers, but we strongly recommend using Italian red peppers (long and thin red peppers). They are sweeter, more flavourful, and add a unique taste to your recipes. If you cannot find them you can also use red bell peppers. We prefer roasting or air frying the peppers ourselves but to speed up the cooking time, you can use jarred red peppers.

Chickpeas. To make hummus, we buy organic jarred or canned chickpeas and we love the flavor. Make sure you use good-quality chickpeas as it makes a huge difference in the taste of your hummus. You can also soak overnight dried chickpeas or leave them in hot water for 1 hour.

Tahini. Sesame paste, that’s all tahini is. This sesame seed paste will give your hummus a delicious tangy flavor. For this recipe, we use store-bought tahini. You can find tahini in most grocery stores or online. You can alternatively use peanut butter or cashew butter.

Lemon juice. Use fresh lemon juice if possible. Lemon works really well in this hummus as it contrasts the sweetness from the roasted pepper, making the hummus tangier.

Smoked Paprika. For this recipe, we use smoked paprika to get that lovely smoky flavor but here comes the fun part of your hummus, you can use other spices to give your dish a slightly different taste. Ground cumin works excellent too

Extra Virgin Olive oil. For your beetroot dip, you want to use the best olive oil you have at home, extra virgin olive oil is best when adding it to dips and salads.

Garlic. Just a little bit of garlic already makes a big difference in taste. You can skip this ingredient or add less if you are making this dip also for kids. Another option is to roast the garlic while roasting the red peppers and adding it roasted. It gives a beautiful taste to your dip. If you don't have raw garlic, consider adding some garlic powder.

Fresh mint. Mint and hummus are such a good combination, so we add finely chopped fresh mint before serving the hummus.

Sesame seeds. We love making a dish look delicious just with the presentation. Adding sesame seeds not only does this but also improves the taste.

Step-by-Step Method

1. Cut the red peppers in half, and roast them for about 15 minutes or until the skin browns and the pepper is softened. Leave to cool and remove the skin.
2. Using a food processor, add the chickpeas, tahini, garlic cloves, smoked paprika, lemon juice, and olive oil.
3. Add the peeled roasted red peppers and blend all the ingredients until you have a smooth hummus. Add a little bit of cold water if it's too thick to get your desired consistency.
4. Transfer the hummus to a plate, and garnish with fresh mint and sesame seeds, and drizzle some extra olive oil. Serve with your favorite veggies, pita chips, or crackers.

So, how can you enjoy this delicious homemade hummus? Personally, we love serving it with a fresh salad and pita chips or tortilla chips. This makes for a light and nutritious main meal for a busy weekday.

Other Serving Suggestions

• Serve it as a dip: Serve the hummus with different fresh veggies like carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes for a fresh snack. You can combine this dish with different dips such as Baba Ganoush or Sun-dried Tomato Dip.
• As a spread: Use the hummus as a spread on sandwiches, wraps, or toast for an extra burst of flavor and creaminess.
• Loaded hummus: You can add a fresh salad on top or roasted veggies to make a delicious loaded hummus.
• Add a spicy kick. You can add a drizzle of chili oil to your red pepper hummus to make it spicy.

Store

If you have leftover hummus and want to store it for later, transfer the hummus to an airtight container or cover the bowl with aluminum foil and keep it in the fridge for a maximum of 4 days. Mix well before serving to ensure a creamy texture.

How to plate Homemade Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Some would say the presentation is as important as the taste of your dish, especially if you have guests or you want to bring your dish to a party or family dinner. Pour the hummus into a nice bowl, use the back of a spoon, and move in a circular motion from the center of the bowl to the edge. Add fresh herbs such as mint, parsley, basil or oregano, sesame seeds, and some extra olive oil on the top.