For more delicious roasted garlic recipes, try our roasted garlic mashed potatoes, farfalle with chicken and roasted garlic, and butternut squash pizza with roasted garlic. You might be taken aback when you see there’s a whole bulb of roasted garlic in this recipe. The thing is, roasting garlic takes the bite right out of it. It becomes nutty, sweet, and caramelized. Enjoy this roasted garlic hummus right away and store any leftovers in the fridge. Use it as spread on sandwiches and wraps, or enjoy it as a snack with raw vegetables, crackers, pita chips, or anything else you can dip!
It’s made with real, simple ingredients with no unwanted oils or stabilizers. It’s inexpensive to make. It’s versatile so you can personalize it with different toppings like feta cheese, olive tapenade, or some spicy red pepper flakes. It makes everything delicious – spread it, dip it, or eat it by the spoonful!
If you like store-bought roasted garlic hummus, you’re going to love our homemade version. You only need a few simple ingredients to make it. Here’s everything you need:
Garlic – a whole head of garlic is what you’ll need. Yes, we’re being serious, and it’s so good! Olive oil – extra virgin olive oil is the best choice for roasting the garlic. Chickpeas – we use canned chickpeas, but if you prefer to cook dried chickpeas you can. You’ll need about one and a half cups of cooked chickpeas. Tahini – tahini is a paste made from sesame seeds, and it adds smoothness and texture to the hummus. Lemon juice – fresh is best for a pop of bright citrus flavor. Sea salt + pepper – for seasoning. Cold water – cold water thins out the hummus, giving it a nice smooth texture. Olive oil, reserved roasted garlic, and minced parsley – to serve.
Here’s how we make it in a few simple steps: The trick to making hummus ultra smooth and creamy is removing the skins of the chickpeas. Don’t worry, it’s a lot less tedious than it sounds.
Our trick is to place the chickpeas in between paper towels and roll or rub them until the skins detach, making them easy to take off. If you leave the skins on, it will be less creamy, and more of a rustic texture.
Hummus is traditionally served as a dip with warm pita bread and lots of olive oil, but it’s enjoyable in so many different ways! It’s always a go-to at parties and potlucks, especially for vegetarians and vegans (not to be stereotypical).
This homemade roasted garlic hummus makes a delicious protein-filled snack or appetizer with crackers and veggies. It’s also a healthy spread for sandwiches in place of mayo or butter, or anytime you’re after a kick of intense garlic flavor!
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