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Cilantro Jalapeño Hummus
5 from 51 votes

Cilantro Jalapeño Hummus

Cilantro Jalapeño Hummus is a creamy dip made from garbanzo beans blended with jalapeño, fresh cilantro, lime juice, tahini, garlic, olive oil, and seasonings. The combination yields a flavorful hummus with a fresh herbal note and a mild spicy kick. It is smooth in texture and benefits from resting to allow flavors to meld.

Prep Time
8 mins
Total Time
8 mins
Servings: 6 cups
Calories: 322 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 2 ounce garbanzo beans See Notes below about peeling the skin off first, can, drained but reserve the juice from one can
  • 2 garlic large cloves
  • 2 lime juiced
  • ⅓ cup tahini paste
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅓ teaspoon paprika
  • ⅓ teaspoon cumin
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 jalapeño seeded & cut in chunks, large
  • 1 cup cilantro fresh

Instructions

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  1. Combine all ingredients in the bowl of a food processor, except for the reserved garbanzo bean juice. Pulse until the ingredients have been finely blended.
  2. With the processor running add the reserved garbanzo bean juice slowly until you reach a paste consistency. Scrape down the bowl and continue to process for one minute.
  3. Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, cover well and let stand until all the flavors are infused, at least 1 hour. Preferrably make one day ahead of time.
  4. Garnish with your desired toppings (cucumbers, olives, jalapeños, etc.  Or transfer to a sealed container and refrigerate for up to 7 days.
  5. To freeze, place inside covered airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags.

Notes

  • Make the hummus at least one hour ahead, preferably the day before, to enhance flavor.
  • Removing the skins from the garbanzo beans improves the smoothness and creaminess.
  • Peel beans gently by pinching to pop off the skins before blending.
  • Store covered in the refrigerator for up to seven days or freeze in airtight containers.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2ounces Calories 322kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 42g (14%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Monounsaturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 382mg (16%) Potassium 196mg (4%) Fiber 9g (36%) Sugar 19g (38%) Vitamin A 10IU (0%) Vitamin C 44mg (49%) Calcium 9mg (1%) Iron 15mg (83%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 322

% Daily Value*

Serving 2ounces
Calories 322kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 42g 14%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 382mg 16%
Potassium 196mg 4%
Fiber 9g 36%
Sugar 19g 38%
Vitamin A 10IU 0%
Vitamin C 44mg 49%
Calcium 9mg 1%
Iron 15mg 83%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.