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Pumpkin Hummus

[heart_this] · Oct 24, 2013 · 27 Comments

Pumpkin Hummus

A tasty and healthy hummus with pumpkin puree that is perfect for fall entertaining!

It’s time for another pumpkin recipe and up this time is a super quick and easy pumpkin hummus that is perfect for fall entertaining and and it is nice healthy to boot! Hummus is typically made with mashed chickpeas, tahini and lemon juice but it is easy to add flavour to it like in this case by adding some pumpkin puree. Given the use of pumpkin in this humus it only seemed natural to add a hint of cinnamon to make things a little more exotic. I like to serve the pumpkin hummus topped with pepitas (hulled pumpkin seeds) along with some toasted whole wheat pitas for dipping making for one light and healthy snack!
Tahini is made from ground sesame seeds so one option that I enjoy for this pumpkin hummus is the addition of some ground pepitas which adds another layer of pumpkin flavour!

Pumpkin Hummus
Pumpkin Hummus

Pumpkin Hummus

Pumpkin Hummus

Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes Servings: 4

A tasty and healthy hummus with pumpkin puree that is perfect for fall entertaining!

ingredients
  • 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas (or 1 1/2 cups cooked beans, from 1/2 cup dry)
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice (~1 lemon)
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • salt, pepper and cayenne to taste
directions
  1. Puree everything in a food processor or blender and enjoy!
Option: Add 1/4 cup ground pepitas (pumpkin seeds) for even more pumpkin flavour!
Nutrition Facts: Calories 268, Fat 11g (Saturated 1g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 0, Sodium 267mg, Carbs 33g (Fiber 2g, Sugars 3g), Protein 12g

Nutrition by: Nutritional facts powered by Edamam
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Comments

  1. Ali Maffucci says

    October 24, 2013 at 12:15 pm

    I'm definitely making this at my halloween party. thanks for sharing!!

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  2. Tieghan says

    October 24, 2013 at 12:25 pm

    I made pumpkin seeds hummus early this month and feel in love with it, but adding pumpkin pure and touch of cinnamon is genius! Sounds so good!

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  3. Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says

    October 24, 2013 at 1:11 pm

    This is such a fabulous recipe Kevin! I eat hummus every day….next time I make it (probably tomorrow…haha) I'll try this version!

    Reply
  4. Ari @ Ari's Menu says

    October 24, 2013 at 2:27 pm

    This looks delicious!! I love that with the pumpkin you don't have to add a oil! The one time I tried to make hummus was a disaster because I kept trying to be healthy and would barely add any oil, and I could never get the texture right. I also wasn't using tahini, so there were a whole bunch of problems, haha. This actually makes me want to give hummus an other shot!

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  5. Dan from Platter Talk says

    October 24, 2013 at 2:31 pm

    Kevin,
    LOVE this hummus idea!! Thank you for sharing, very nicely done!

    Reply
  6. kevin says

    October 24, 2013 at 3:20 pm

    Ari @ Ari's Menu: I often replace some of the oil in hummus recipes with water. Tahini actually contains a lot of oil to begin with and since I usually like to use more tahini than normal it works out with the water.

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  7. Dixya says

    October 24, 2013 at 8:39 pm

    i need a bowl of this please Kevin.

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  8. Recipes says

    October 24, 2013 at 9:14 pm

    pumpkin hummus looks yummy will try it out this weekend.

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  9. Ashley says

    October 24, 2013 at 9:37 pm

    Yet another great way to use pumpkin. This looks great! Love the addition of the seeds on top.

    Reply
  10. MAX KING says

    October 24, 2013 at 9:47 pm

    Dude, where's the olive oil?

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  11. Sara says

    October 24, 2013 at 10:13 pm

    This is a interesting take on Hummus Kevin! I can't wait to try it! I didn't realize all the things you can do with Pumpkin!

    Reply
  12. erin @ she cooks, she gardens says

    October 24, 2013 at 11:55 pm

    Looks great!

    Reply
  13. Theresa Chu says

    October 25, 2013 at 1:11 am

    This looks really delicious. Very interesting too! I've never heard of pumpkin hummus.

    Reply
  14. hazel-mae says

    October 25, 2013 at 1:42 am

    Trying this recipe this weekend. I'm going to add coriander and cumin since I always add when I make hummus but no cinnamon since some haters will be eating it. Although I could make two batches and try the cinnamon…hmmm. Also, have you tried the vacuvita that is advertised on this site? I'm intrigued.

    Reply
  15. Joanne says

    October 25, 2013 at 10:27 am

    The pumpkin and cinnamon sound like the perfect fall infusion into this hummus!

    Reply
  16. kevin says

    October 25, 2013 at 11:09 am

    hazel-mae: No, I have not tried vacuvita…

    Reply
  17. Abbe@This is How I Cook says

    October 25, 2013 at 4:09 pm

    I like this – a lot! Thanks.

    Reply
  18. Anonymous says

    October 26, 2013 at 5:45 pm

    What are those fantastic looking chips you used to dip with in the photo!?
    *crossing fingers that there is a recipe for them*

    Reply
  19. Anonymous says

    October 26, 2013 at 8:48 pm

    Hi. My friend just told me about your blog and also "Cooking With Mr.C." on Facebook, also a blog. I just "Liked" his Facebook page and came to your site. Very nice ! I love when people share blogs with each other. Denise

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  20. Jaime says

    October 27, 2013 at 11:12 am

    Already made it – good stuff. Thanks for another great recipe!

    Reply
  21. kevin says

    October 28, 2013 at 12:32 pm

    Anonymous: The chips are simply whole wheat pitas that I cut up, brushed with olive oil, seasoned with salt and pepper and toasted in the oven at 400F until lightly golden brown and crispy.

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  22. Dorichan says

    November 5, 2013 at 3:07 am

    On the subject of hummus…. My two grocers were out of tahini, and in desperation I used Almond butter instead. It was very yummy! Now, wondering if the combination of using the nut butters like walnut or almond and the pumpkin would give the hummus a more North American flavor…. although maybe we could no longer call it a hummus? I can't wait to try this. Thank you for your innovative recipes. I am planning on making the cauliflower and cheddar cheese soup for supper tomorrow evening….. yummm……

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  23. kevin says

    November 13, 2013 at 2:47 pm

    Dorichan: I know a lot of people that would argue that it is no longer hummus if you use a nut or seed butter other than tahini but I always enjoy using them every once in a while.

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  24. Bethany Weathersby says

    November 26, 2013 at 6:50 pm

    Eating some right now, along with the pita chips you made. I think it's good and my fam loves the pita chips. 🙂

    Reply
  25. Moja smaczna kuchnia blog kulinarny says

    November 8, 2015 at 6:11 pm

    delicious!!!

    Reply
  26. Sue Vandermark says

    October 8, 2020 at 7:46 pm

    I just made this recipe and doubled the garlic because… y’know, garlic! It turned out so good, thanks for the recipe Kevin!

    Reply
  27. Cillian says

    November 22, 2023 at 5:41 pm

    Made this for a Thanksgiving appetizer! I ended up tripling the garlic because we’re a houseful of garlic lovers, and it turned out great! I think it’s going to be a very popular choice tomorrow. Thanks for all of your wonderful recipes!

    Reply

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