Sweet Potato Hummus
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Sweet Potato Hummus
Description
This Sweet Potato Hummus starts with steaming cubed sweet potatoes until tender, then blending them with tahini, lemon juice, salt, garlic, cumin, and optionally cayenne pepper. The result is a creamy, smooth dip that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potato with the nutty tahini and bright citrus.
The spices add depth and a gentle warmth without overpowering the sweetness. A drizzle of olive oil and dusting of paprika on top enhances the visual appeal and adds extra richness and mild smoky notes. The texture is soft and creamy, easy to scoop with pita chips or vegetables.
It can be served as an appetizer or snack and stored refrigerated for nearly a week. This variation offers a mild, colorful option beyond traditional chickpea hummus, ideal for those interested in different vegetable-based dips.
Ingredients
- 1 large sweet potato
- 3 Tablespoons tahini
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice fresh
- ½ teaspoon salt plus more to taste
- 1 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- cayenne pepper optional
- olive oil for serving, drizzle of
- paprika for serving, dash of
Instructions
- Peel and chop your sweet potato into cubes. Add to steamer basket (I used my Always pan), cover and let steam for about 15 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are fork tender.
- Add cooked sweet potatoes to a food processor along with tahini, lemon juice, salt, garlic, cumin and cayenne, if using.
- Process on high until smooth and creamy and no chunks of sweet potato remain (about 3-4 minutes).
- Transfer to a bowl for serving. Top with a drizzle of olive oil, cayenne pepper and/or paprika. Serve with chopped veggies or pita chips for dipping.
- Store any leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for 4-7 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 114 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 cup | |
| Calories | 114kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 301mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 133mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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