Flavorful Pumpkin Hummus Recipe with Spiced Pepitas
This creamy pumpkin hummus paired with crunchy, spiced pepitas is a perfect appetizer for fall gatherings or a healthy snack option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup raw pepitas
- ½ tsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the pumpkin puree, chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Add more lemon juice for brightness, salt for flavor, or olive oil for creaminess.
- Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle with extra olive oil.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a small bowl, toss the pepitas with olive oil, cinnamon, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), and salt.
- Spread the pepitas on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 5-7 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they’re golden and fragrant. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning.
- Let the pepitas cool slightly before sprinkling them over the hummus.
Notes
[‘Use high-quality tahini for the best flavor and texture.’, ‘Don’t skip the lemon juice as it balances the richness of the pumpkin and tahini.’, ‘Keep an eye on the pepitas while roasting to avoid burning.’, ‘Allow the hummus to sit for 10-15 minutes after mixing for the flavors to meld together.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 140
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 4
Keywords: pumpkin hummus, spiced pepitas, fall appetizer, healthy snack, vegan dip