Creamy Avocado Hummus with Cilantro and Red Pepper Flakes Recipe
This creamy and flavorful Avocado Hummus is a delightful twist on the classic chickpea dip, combining ripe avocados with traditional hummus ingredients for a smooth, rich texture and a fresh, zesty taste. Perfect as a healthy snack or party appetizer, it pairs wonderfully with pita chips or tortilla chips for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups 1x
- Category: Dip
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Avocado Hummus
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, well drained
- 2 medium ripe avocados, cored and peeled (approximately 13 oz before cored and peeled)
- 3 Tbsp olive oil, plus more for serving if desired
- 1 1/2 Tbsp tahini
- 3 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 clove garlic, peeled
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste (about 1/2 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper recommended)
- 1/8 tsp cumin
- 1 – 2 Tbsp finely chopped cilantro leaves, for topping
- Red pepper flakes, for topping
Instructions
- Blend Base Ingredients: Pulse the drained chickpeas, olive oil, tahini, lime juice, and garlic in a food processor until smooth, which should take about 2 minutes. This creates the classic creamy base for the hummus.
- Season and Add Avocado: Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste (around 1/2 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper), then add the cumin and peeled, cored avocados. Pulse the mixture again until it is smooth and creamy, about 1 to 2 minutes longer.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer the avocado hummus to a serving bowl. If desired, drizzle additional olive oil on top and sprinkle with finely chopped cilantro leaves and red pepper flakes for color and a touch of heat. Serve chilled or at room temperature with pita chips or tortilla chips for dipping.
Notes
- Use ripe avocados for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
- Adjust seasoning by adding more lime juice or salt as preferred.
- This hummus can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days; colors may darken slightly due to avocado oxidation.
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Tahini can be substituted for a nut-free option if needed, but it contributes to the authentic flavor.
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