Sweet Potato Hummus
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
192 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Appetizer, Condiments, Snacks, Lunch
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern
Sweet Potato Hummus
Description
This recipe starts by peeling and chopping sweet potatoes, roasting them covered with foil until tender to develop natural sweetness. Garlic is roasted alongside to mellow its pungency. After cooling, the sweet potato and garlic are blended with tahini, olive oil, lime juice, and salt, creating a rich, creamy dip. A drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika on top add flavor and presentation appeal.
The hummus is smooth with a hint of earthiness from sweet potato, balanced by tahini’s nuttiness and a subtle tang from lime juice. Roasting the garlic softens its sharpness, making the dip well-rounded and approachable. The paprika adds a mild warm spice and color contrast.
This spread is ideal for serving at room temperature alongside fresh vegetables, pita bread, or as part of a mezze platter. It can complement casual snacks or light meals offering a nutritious and flavorful choice.
Storing leftovers in an airtight container keeps the hummus fresh for up to two days.
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potato or 4 cups, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 3 tablespoons olive oil plus extra to drizzle on top
- ½ lime juiced
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 390℉/200℃. Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into bite size pieces and lay in an oven proof dish.
- Mince the garlic and mix with the sweet potato.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 mins, till tender.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool.
- Combine the roasted sweet potato and garlic with the tahini, oil, and salt and blend till smooth.
- Transfer to a serving dish, drizzle with oil and sprinkle with paprika. Serve at room temperature.
Notes
- Store sweet potato hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 192 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 192kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 65mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 405mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 16120IU | 322% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 45mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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