Vegan Creamy Pumpkin Hummus is a creamy dip & it is good for a healthy snack. It contains chickpeas, pumpkin puree, tahini, lemon juice, cumin, sea salt, cold water, and pumpkin seeds. These items are very simple, and we can get them easily from any supermarket. This hummus is completely vegan, so it is perfect for a dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegetarian diet. This hummus has 35 kcal per serving, which is perfect for a light snack. This hummus stores nicely, so we can easily make it in advance. Serve this Vegan Creamy Pumpkin Hummus with vegetables, pita bread, crackers, and tortilla chips.
STATS:
- Calories: 35 kcal
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Serving size: 2 tbsp.
- Cook time: 0 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Total time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Course: Appetizer, Snack
- Diet: Vegan
- Serving: 24
EQUIPMENT:
- Food processor
- Spatula
- Mixing bowl
- Airtight container
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 can chickpeas
- One can pure pumpkin puree
- 3 tbsp. tahini
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- ¾ tsp. cumin
- ¾ tsp. sea salt
- 1–2 tbsp. cold water
- ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CHICKPEAS:
- We have to utilize the chickpeas to make the base of this hummus. They will help to make the hummus creamy & provide the classic texture.
PUMPKIN PUREE:
- Include the pure pumpkin puree to make the hummus creamy, and it will add a delicious pumpkin flavor. We have to utilize plain pumpkin puree instead of pumpkin pie filling so it remains savory.
TAHINI:
- Add the tahini to make the hummus rich & creamy. It will also provide the old-style savory taste to the hummus.
LEMON JUICE:
- Include the fresh lemon juice to provide a slight tangy flavor and will also help to stabilize the pumpkin taste.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- We have to strain & wash the chickpeas then leave them in the strainer to eliminate the additional water.
- Include the pumpkin puree, tahini, lemon juice, cumin powder, sea salt, and chickpeas in the food processor.
- Add the chickpeas, pumpkin puree, tahini, lemon juice, ground cumin, and sea salt to a food processor, then process them to make it smooth.
- Then add the cold water as required, then blend again to make it a smooth consistency.
- Add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, if the hummus is too thick.
- Now add the hummus to the serving vessel, then sprinkle the seeds on it, put it in the fridge for one hour, and serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
VEGETABLES:
- Carrot Sticks
- Cucumber Slices
- Celery Sticks
- Bell Pepper Strips
- Broccoli Florets
BREAD:
- Pita Bread
- Whole-Wheat Toast
- Flatbread
- Tortilla Chips
CRACKERS:
- Whole-Grain Crackers
- Seed Crackers
- Rice Crackers
TOPPINGS:
- Pumpkin Seeds
- Fresh Parsley
- Paprika
- Olive Oil
TIPS:
- Properly strain and wash the chickpeas so the hummus will not become overly salty.
- Add the cold water gradually to make the preferred creamy texture of the hummus.
- Chill the hummus and add the pumpkin seeds to make it thick & crunchy.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Add the hummus to a tight container and store for five days.
FREEZER:
- Add the hummus to a container and freeze for three months.
FAQs:
Is this Pumpkin hummus good for a vegan diet?
- Yes, this hummus is good for vegan diet as it has the entire item which is good for this diet.
Can I add the fresh pumpkin instead?
- Yes, we would easily add the fresh pumpkin, though roast it till it gets soft, then blend it to make it smooth, then include it in the hummus.
How to prepare the hummus more creamy?
- We have to blend the items for a slightly longer time and add the cold water gradually for this purpose.
What to serve with this pumpkin hummus?
- We can serve this creamy pumpkin hummus with fresh vegetable slices, crackers, and pita bread.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 35 kcal
Net carbs: 3 g
Iron: 0.5 mg
Total carbs: 4 g
Vitamin A: 75 mcg
Fiber: 1 g
Calcium: 18 mg
Protein: 2 g
Sodium: 75 mg
Potassium: 80 mg
Serving size: 2
