Description
A creamy and flavorful dip made with roasted red peppers, chickpeas, and tahini, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 large roasted red bell pepper (or 1/2 cup jarred)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt to taste
- 2–4 tbsp water (as needed)
- Extra olive oil + paprika for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Combine chickpeas, roasted red pepper, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, cumin, and smoked paprika in a food processor.
- Blend until mostly smooth.
- Add 2 tbsp water and continue blending until creamy.
- Adjust with more water if needed for desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust salt, lemon, or spices as needed.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with olive oil.
- Garnish with paprika if desired.
- Serve with pita chips, veggies, or spread on sandwiches.
Notes
Roasting your own peppers enhances the flavor. For a smoother texture, consider peeling the chickpeas before blending.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg