Description
This Roasted Sweet Potato Hummus is a creamy, flavorful twist on traditional hummus that combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the classic flavors of chickpeas, tahini, garlic, and cumin. Perfect as a healthy dip or spread, it’s smooth, rich, and beautifully spiced, making it ideal for serving with veggies, pita bread, or crackers.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Cooked Chickpeas
- 1 medium Sweet Potato
- 1 tsp Olive Oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Tahini
- 1.5 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 tsp Cumin Powder
- 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (plus more for serving)
- 1/4 cup Reserved Chickpea Liquid
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Paprika (a large pinch)
Instructions
- Roast Sweet Potato: Heat a heavy cast iron skillet on low heat and add 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Add the sweet potato cubes and roast slowly until they are almost cooked through and small golden patches appear, which adds a slight caramelized flavor.
- Cool Sweet Potato: Remove the skillet from heat and allow the roasted sweet potatoes to cool down to room temperature. This prevents the hummus from warming too much when blended.
- Blend Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the cooked chickpeas, cooled roasted sweet potatoes, garlic pods, tahini, fresh lemon juice, cumin powder, salt, and pepper. Begin blending until the mixture is smooth. Gradually add the reserved chickpea liquid in small portions to reach a creamy consistency.
- Add Olive Oil: Scrape down the sides and bottom of the food processor bowl intermittently to ensure all ingredients are evenly blended. Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil toward the end and blend again until fully incorporated and the hummus is silky smooth.
- Garnish for Serving: Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle additional olive oil on top and sprinkle with a generous pinch of paprika for color and a touch of smoky flavor.
- Serve: Serve the roasted sweet potato hummus alongside fresh vegetables, pita bread, or crackers as a delicious and nutritious snack or appetizer.
Notes
- Ensure sweet potatoes are cut into uniform cubes for even roasting.
- Reserved chickpea liquid (aquafaba) helps achieve a smooth texture without thinning the flavor.
- For extra creaminess, you can add a bit more tahini or olive oil depending on preference.
- Adjust garlic quantity based on how strong you want the garlic flavor.
- This hummus can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best bright, tangy flavor.
