Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 250 grams pumpkin puree (use homemade or canned)
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas (if using canned chickpeas, drain and rinse them before using.)
  • 5-6 peeled garlic cloves
  • 4 tablespoons tahini
  • 10 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 4 tablespoons ice-cold water
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instruction

  • Add all the ingredients to a blender.
  • Blend until smooth.
  • Blend until smooth. Scrape the sides of the blender a few times while blending.
  • Adjust the seasonings and liquids to ensure you have creamy pumpkin hummus until you reach the desired consistency.
  • Transfer the hummus to the serving bowl. Drizzle some olive oil on top and sprinkle a few toasted pumpkin seeds and cayenne pepper on top. Serve.