About
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus balances the creamy, savory, tangy flavor of hummus with the mellow sweetness of roasted red peppers. Infused with citrus flavor and subtle notes of nuttiness and olive oil, Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is a delightful afternoon snack or evening appetizer. Plus, it only takes 15 minutes to make, so making it yourself might be easier than going to get a pre-made one from the store!
Ingredients
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon water, optional
- red pepper flakes, optional, to taste, for serving
- pita chips, optional, to taste, for serving
Directions
Step 1 -Set an oven rack two levels, at least 4 inches, below the broiler.
Step 2 -Preheat the broiler.
Step 3 -Line a baking tray with foil.
Step 4 -Core and seed the bell pepper.
Step 5 -Slice the bell pepper into quarters lengthwise.
Step 6 -Place the peppers on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 7 -Broil the peppers on the prepared oven rack until charred, about 10-15 min.
Step 8 -Remove the peppers from the oven, and place them in a gallon-size resealable bag.
Step 9 -Let them rest for about 10 minutes.
Step 10 -Peel the charred skin off the bell peppers, and let them cool completely.
Step 11 -Dice the pepper quarters into 1 1/2-inch pieces.
Step 12 -In a food processor, add the chickpeas, the lemon juice, the tahini, the garlic, the salt, and the cumin.
Step 13 -Pulse the chickpea mixture for 2 minutes, scraping down the sides and bottom.
Step 14 -Add the olive oil and the chopped peppers.
Step 15 -Pulse for 1 minute.
Step 16 -Add the water to thin the hummus mixture and pulse for 1 minute.
Step 17 -Top with the red pepper flakes.
Step 18 -Serve with the pita chips.
