Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
Hummus
Such a staple that everyone should have in their fridge. Packed full of nutrients, healthy fats, and lots of good protein. You can easily go to the store and buy some but where’s the fun in that? Making it on your own is so simple, you can even make whatever flavor combination that you want. Not to add that you can exactly what you are putting in, and control what goes inside.
If you are considering about transitioning to a life of veganism, hummus is going to be your best friend. So flavorful and full of the good stuff, it is a great addition to add to any of your meals. Add them on top of a salad, cover it all over some red lentil pasta, or use as a dip for sweet potato fries and veggie sticks.
This red pepper hummus it’s slightly sweet from the bell pepper, but a hint of spice from the cayenne. Give this recipe a try and you’ll be addicted.
Servings: 1 ½ cups
Vegan and Gluten Free
Category: Hummus
Prep time: 5 minutes Total time: about 40 minutes
Ingredients:
1 can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
1 red bell pepper
3 garlic cloves
¼ cup lemon juice
¼ tahini
2 tbsp avocado oil (can use olive oil)
1 tbsp water
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp himalayan salt
½ tsp fresh ground pepper
Directions:
Preheat oven to 475 F
Cut in half and core the bell pepper, coat in avocado oil and roast for 25 minutes flipping halfway through
Once done cool slightly before combining with other ingredients
Drain and rinse chickpeas and add all ingredients to a food processor
Process until completely smooth
For serving options: pour out into bowl, create swirl in middle, drizzle in oil of choice, and top with more smoked paprika
Add this hummus to anything your heart desires! In a salad bowl, sandwich, pasta, the options are endless!
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I hope you are having an amazing night or day wherever you are at! :)