This Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is sweet and smoky and a delicious twist on the classic hummus. It's healthy, takes 5 minutes to make and great to serve as a dip with pita chips or also with protein grain bowls for a pop of flavor and color!
If you love hummus as much as I do, then you're in the right place...homemade hummus is a staple in my home and a readers favorite recipe you all love too! I make it almost every week as a healthy snack for meal prep, so I love making different flavors but this roasted red pepper hummus recipe has become my current favorite on the rotation.
It has a sweet and smoky flavor from the roasted red peppers that adds so much to the taste and a gorgeous pop of red color too! It's also deliciously creamy using a few tips to create the perfect texture. Trust me when I say, once you start making your own hummus dip you wont buy store bought again! Serve it with pita chips or soft pita bread, veggie sticks or crackers and enjoy as a dip.
This hummus is not only delish, but it's also nutritious and packed with protein and fiber. It's also really simple and literally takes 5 minutes to make! This is thanks to using jarred roasted red peppers, also known as capsicum. This saves so much time and adds extra flavor too, but you can of course roast your own bell peppers and add them instead. I've also used them to make tirokafteri which is a spicy Greek dip.
Since its so quick to make, it's perfect for entertaining and your guests will love it! And the best part? No one will know you didn’t spend hours in the kitchen 😉. Now I know that the first thing that comes to mind when you think of hummus is serving it as a dip, but there are so many other ways to enjoy it too….this roasted red pepper hummus makes the perfect spread on sandwiches or wraps and I also love adding it to protein power bowls - refer below to see my serving suggestions.
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What makes this recipe special
- Quick & Easy: Just pop everything in a food processor and its made in 5 minutes
- Healthy & Nutritious: Packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats without any preservatives like store-bought hummus
- Crazy Delicious: Smoky and sweet taste from the roasted red peppers. Its creamy and tastes so much better than store-bought!
- Versatile: Perfect for dips as a healthy snack with pita bread, tortilla chips, veggies and great as a sandwich spread or in power bowls
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Chickpeas also called garbanzo beans create the base of the hummus and add plant based protein and fiber. You can use canned chickpeas which I have done to save time or boil your own (I have cooking tips on my classic hummus recipe)
- Roasted red peppers are the star adding a beautiful smokey sweet flavor and pop of color. Jarred roasted red bell peppers save time but you can of course roast the red bell peppers yourself too
- Tahini is a sesame seed paste that gives classic hummus recipes a rich nutty flavor. If you don’t have it, try using sunflower seed butter as a substitute
- Extra virgin olive oil adds richness and helps bind everything together. As its topical, good quality olive oil is best as you will also drizzle extra for garnish too
- Fresh garlic cloves are a must for hummus. Adjust the amount to your taste, I prefer just 1 clove but double if you're a garlic girl
- Lemon juice brightens the dip and balances the richness. Freshly squeezed is best as bottled lemon juice tastes too acidic
- Red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper are optional, so if you love spice don't be shy and add some in! Aleppo pepper works too and is milder
- Garnish is another must, especially if serving this red pepper hummus to guests. The classics are extra chickpeas, sprinkle of smoked paprika or red pepper flakes, chopped parsley and a good drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
How to make Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
This recipe comes together in just a few easy steps. You’ll need a food processor or blender, a few simple ingredients and 5 minutes. Follow my steps below (note quantities are listed in the recipe card below)
Drain the chickpeas and roasted red peppers, then add them to a food processor or blender with garlic, tahini, lemon juice, salt and pepper and 2 tablespoons of chickpea water
Blend until smooth, stopping halfway to scrape down the sides and taste for seasoning
If too chunky and prefer it more creamy - add 1 ice cube or a splash of ice water and blend again
Serve in a bowl and use the back of a spoon to swirl the top, then garnish with chickpeas, paprika, and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve with pita chips, fresh veggies, or soft pita bread and enjoy!
Tips and Tricks
- I've used canned chickpeas, but if you prefer to make this using dried chickpeas, refer to steps in this recipe. You can also make roasted peppers from scratch too
- Use a high-speed blender or food processor to make the hummus - ensure to stop half way and push the sides down with a rubber spatula
- If hummus is grainy or chunky, add an ice cube or splash of ice water. This will make it extra smooth and creamy
- Always taste and adjust the hummus to see if it needs more salt or lemon juice, depending on your preference
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of ground cumin, smoked paprika, or cayenne pepper before blending
Storage Instructions
- Store leftover hummus in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days
- This hummus does not need to be reheated - serve cold or at room temperature
- Technically you can freeze it for 1 month, but the texture will be slightly different once thawed so its best when made fresh
Serving Suggestions
- Easy pita bread or crunchy pita chips
- Persian flat bread - Noon barbari
- Mediterranean bowl or Greek bowl
- Cauliflower steaks
- Falafel wrap
- Fried halloumi bites
- Halloumi burger
- Crackers, tortilla chips or rice cakes
- Veggie sticks such as carrots, cucumber, celery or broccoli florets
FAQs
Yes indeed! To make them from scratch, soak and boil them first - check out my detailed recipe here
It sure is! Packed with protein and fiber from the chickpeas and healthy fats from the tahini and olive oil making a healthy and nutritious snack
Tahini paste is made from sesame seeds and gives hummus recipes a rich nutty flavor. If you don’t have it, try using sunflower seed butter as a substitute
Feel free to add cumin powder, smoked paprika and if you like it spicy some red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for a kick
Pairing
These are my favorite dishes to serve with Roasted Red Pepper Hummus:
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Recipe
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus (Ready in 5 Minutes)
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Ingredients
- 1 can (15oz / 430g) chickpeas / garbanzo beans - drained
- 4oz / 110g jarred roasted red peppers - drained
- 2 tablespoons tahini paste
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ lemon - juiced
- 1-2 garlic cloves - depending on preference
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- *Optional red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper or aleppo pepper for spice
- Garnish ideas - chickpeas, drizzle of olive oil, smoked paprika or red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Drain the roasted red peppers and chickpeas and add them to a food processor or blender with the garlic, tahini, lemon juice, a good pinch of salt and pepper, and 2 tablespoons of the chickpea water from the can(If you like spice, add some red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper)
- Blend until smooth consistency, stopping half way to push the mixture down on the sides with a spatula, and give it a little taste for seasoning**If the mixture is too chunky and you prefer it more creamier, add 1 ice cube or a splash of ice cold water and blend again
- Transfer to a serving bowl and using the back of a spoon, create a well or design on the top. Garnish with extra chickpeas, sprinkle of paprika and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Serve your delicious Roasted Red Pepper Hummus with pita chips, veggies or soft pita bread and enjoy!
Notes
- Canned or dried - I've used canned chickpeas, but if you prefer to make this using dried chickpeas, refer to steps in this recipe
- Taste test - always taste and adjust salt or lemon juice to your liking
eileen says
Thanks for the detailed recipe
On my list to get the ingredients and make this
Ayeh Manfre says
Yay great to hear! Hope you love it 🙂
Lynda Wadland says
This recipe is easy and quick to make and so delicious!! I will be making it on repeat with veggies and pita bread. I think it would be great in a wrap with veggies. Thank you, Ayeh
Ayeh Manfre says
So glad you loved it Lynda 🙂 Oh yes, I love using it as a spread in wraps too!