Description
Sweet Potato Hummus is a vibrant, creamy dip that elevates your snacking experience while offering nutritious benefits. Blending roasted sweet potatoes with nutty tahini and zesty lemon juice, this delightful dip pairs perfectly with fresh veggies or pita chips. Ideal for gatherings or casual snacking, Sweet Potato Hummus will surprise and delight your taste buds with its unique flavor profile.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large sweet potato (about 300g), roasted
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the sweet potato in half lengthwise and roast for 30-40 minutes until tender.
- Allow the sweet potato to cool before scooping out the flesh into a food processor.
- Add tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, chickpeas, salt, and pepper to the food processor.
- Blend until smooth; scrape down the sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve in a dish with a drizzle of olive oil on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg