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Spicy Hummus

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Spicy hummus with chili, bell pepper, and lemon made from chickpeas and simple ingredients for a bold vegetarian dip.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 151
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 small red chili finely chopped (or to taste)
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 1 small garlic clove
  • Salt to taste
  • Cold water as needed

Equipment

Food Processor
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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Add chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, bell pepper, chili, lemon juice, garlic, and salt to a food processor.
  2. Blend until smooth, scraping down sides as needed.
  3. Add cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until creamy and spreadable.
  4. Taste and adjust salt or lemon as desired.
  5. Transfer to a bowl and serve immediately or chill before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 151kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 214mgPotassium: 225mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 711IUVitamin C: 46mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adjust chili amount for mild or extra spicy hummus.
Roasted bell pepper can be used for deeper flavor.
Keeps refrigerated for up to 4 days.

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