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spicy hummus flavored with harissa powder in a bowl next to fresh veggies.
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Spicy Harissa Hummus

This Harissa Hummus is slightly sweet and smoky and has the right amount of spicy. Serve with Pita and Veggies or as a base for a wrap.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Dip, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Diet: Vegetarian
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 211.13kcal
Author: Tracey Gene

Ingredients

  • 2 cup chickpeas pre-cooked, drained and rinsed
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • 2-4 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4-1/2 cup water or substitute cooking liquid *
  • 2 tsp harissa powder plus more to taste
  • 1 tsp salt plus more to taste
  • ¼ tsp cayenne powder optional

Instructions

  • Blend it up.
    Add the chickpeas, tahini, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and harissa powder to a blender or food processor. Blend on low speed and add 1/4-1/2 cup water to blend until very smooth or as needed to reach your desired consistency.
  • Taste and season.
    Taste the hummus and determine if you need more salt, lemon juice, harissa powder, or cayenne powder for spice.
  • Serve and enjoy!
    Transfer to a serving plate, top with desired garnishes (i.e., a drizzle of olive oil, spices, etc.), and serve with warm pita and veggies.

Notes

* If using dried chickpeas, soak them overnight, and then boil the chickpeas in water in a medium pot until tender, about 1-2 hours. Drain chickpeas, reserving the cooking liquid to replace the water in the recipe.
Store hummus in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days.
Tips:
  • Season to Taste. We recommend making this recipe as is and tasting the hummus before adding more salt, lemon juice for acidity, or even more harissa powder or a pinch of cayenne for heat.
  • Use a high-speed blender or a food processor to make hummus.
  • Add garnishes on top before serving. Drizzle more extra-virgin olive oil and some extra spices (cayenne, black pepper, sea salt, or harissa) before serving hummus.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 211.13kcal | Carbohydrates: 14.61g | Protein: 5.54g | Fat: 15.4g | Saturated Fat: 2.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3.76g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8.81g | Sodium: 417.29mg | Potassium: 184.39mg | Fiber: 3.7g | Sugar: 2.34g | Vitamin A: 64.21IU | Vitamin C: 3.69mg | Calcium: 38.29mg | Iron: 1.73mg