Homemade Harissa Hummus
Homemade Harissa Hummus combines traditional chickpea hummus ingredients with spicy harissa paste to add a smoky heat dimension. The smooth, creamy blend of chickpeas, tahini, garlic, and olive oil is balanced by the bold chili flavor of harissa, yielding a dip with a kick that can be adjusted to taste. It's suited for serving with vegetables or pita.
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpea
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 garlic cloves
- lemon juice of one
- 1/2 tsp harissa paste more or less depending on how spicy you like the hummus to be
Instructions
- Place chickpeas, tahini and garlic in a food processor, blend until they start incorporating.
- Add in lemon juice, salt, olive oil and harissa to the mixture, blend until fully combined and the hummus is creamy and smooth.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for three to five days.
Notes
- Adjust hummus texture with water if too thick for smoother consistency.
- Use high-quality tahini and shake well before measuring for best flavor and texture.
- Store homemade hummus in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 5 days.
- Serve with fresh vegetables or pita as a flavorful, spicy dip.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 214
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 214kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 589mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 92mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 13IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.