Pumpkin Hummus
Roasted pumpkin or winter squash blended into hummus to mix things up whilst adding extra vegetable goodness. This recipe uses roasted pumpkin, which is easy to do, but you can use canned pumpkin puree if you like – the flavour and texture will vary depending on what pumpkin or squash you use.
- Servesapprox. 3 cups
- Cooks in 0
- Prep time 5 mins
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Ingredients
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Method
Pumpkin Hummus
ROAST PUMPKIN in a preheated oven 400F | 200C, skin on & seeds removed. Cut into large wedges roast on a sheet pan for 25-35 mins until fork tender.
DRAIN + RINSE canned chickpeas in a colander.
ADD ALL ingredients into a food processor – blend to form a smooth paste IF too thick, add 2tbsp water or olive oil to get your desired consistency.
TASTE adjust to your preferences – especially spices & vinegar. Blend then TASTE, adjust.
STORE in the fridge covered.
Serving Ideas
veg sticks, crudites, crackers,
Body Balance Quinoa Bread
Quinoa Millet Bread
Slaws & Salads
Veggie bowls
IF you like this recipe, try these:
Super Greens Hummus
Basil, Kale & White Bean Whip
Chef tips + Ingredient Swaps + Ideas
*PUMPKIN – used 1 can pumpkin puree and no water. Adjust spices to your taste.
SWAP PUMPKIN for WINTER SQUASH – kabocha, acorn, buttercup, butternut, honey nut.
SPICES – adjust to your taste. Pumpkin can be quite earthy, so you might want to add a little more vinegar & spices to brighten the flavour; tahini adds more of a nutty flavour.
SWAP chickpeas for canned cannellini or white beans.
ADD FRESH HERBS – like thyme, rosemary, parsley, chives – all finely chopped
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