Pumpkin Hummus

Our Warming Spice Blend creates a welcome balance in this pumpkin hummus – perfect for spreading onto sandwiches or wraps or enjoyed as an appetizer with Warming Spiced Parsnip Chips.

Ingredients

Servings

Serves 4
2 cups Chickpeas, canned, drained, rinsed
1/2 cup Water
1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 tbsp Honey
1 tbsp Tahini
1 tbsp Lemon Juice
1 tsp Garlic
3 tbsp Warming Spice Blend
1 tsp Salt
2 cups Pumpkin Puree
1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 tbsp Pepitas, roasted
1 tsp Warming Spice Blend

Procedure

Prep

In a blender combine chickpeas, water, first amount of oil, honey, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. Blend until mixture is smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
Add first amount of Warming Spice Blend and salt to the mixture, blend until fully incorporated.
Add pumpkin puree and blend until mixture is thick and smooth. Hold refrigerated until needed. Bring up to room temperature for service.

Service

For each serving, plate 1 cup of prepared hummus. Garnish with 1 tablespoon each of olive oil and roasted pepitas and a teaspoon of the warming spice blend. Serve alongside desired accompaniments at room temperature.

CHEF's TIP!

This pumpkin hummus is a great stand alone appetizer when served with these Warming Spiced Parsnip Chips, but also works great as a spread in sandwiches or wraps.

Recipe type: Flavour Forecast