I discovered hummus a number of years ago but for some reason stuck with the unflavored version. I guess I liked it so much, I figured why mess with what was already good, right? I was at a party last year when I tried a sun-dried tomato version and really like it. Once I realized how much I liked flavored hummus, I couldn’t help but experiment and try making all kinds of different flavors myself. Some really did not come out very well at all, but I did discover a few gems and I’m happy to share this one with you – Roasted Red Pepper Hummus (with a hint of garlic).
I’m going to be upfront here and tell you that what makes all the difference in this recipe is roasting your own peppers. If you’re going to use jarred roasted peppers, you might as well go buy the red pepper hummus they sell prepackaged in the store. Guys, you know me – I’m all about shortcuts and making things easier when it doesn’t impact the quality of the recipe. But here? It impacts the quality of the recipe!
How to Roast Red Peppers at Home
Cover a baking pan with foil and slice some red peppers into halves. After you have washed and seeded them, place the red peppers skin side up on the pan. Take a few cloves of garlic and brush them with olive oil and place them next to the peppers. Place the pan under the broiler until the skin of the peppers is charred and black. The cloves of garlic should be a golden tan color and mushy. Voila – you have now roasted red peppers!! Place the charred peppers in a brown paper bag and roll the top so that it is sealed closed. After about 10-15 minutes, the peppers should have cooled enough to handle them. I like to run them under cool water while I remove the skin. It should peel off fairly easily if they are truly done cooking.
Now to make the hummus!
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus (with a Hint of Garlic)
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz. can garbanzo beans rinsed and drained
- 2 cloves roasted garlic
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 2 roasted red peppers without the skins
- 1/8 teaspoon fresh basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a food processor.
- Pulse several times to begin mixing the ingredients.
- Puree until smooth and no lumps are visible.
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Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
That looks so amazing! I love hummus. It’s a delicious and healthy snack. I’ve never tried making it at home, though.
Colleen Lanin says
How yummy! I can’t wait to try this recipe. I always love to make homemade dishes that I love the most. SO GOOD!
Kimberly Croisant says
More garlic the better for me. I saw some chips I like to here. Hummus and chips are just plain goodness!!
Liz Mays says
Oh this would be a fun alternative to our normal hummus. I think that extra spice would be a great change of pace!
Pam says
I love how easy hummus is to make. And there are so many variations on it, too.
Sarah @ The Outside Family says
Roasted red pepper hummus is the best. I usually buy it from the grocery store, but making it sounds pretty easy.
Theresa says
I love a good hummus and this sounds like a perfect recipe. I like the addition of the roasted red pepper. I can’t wait to try it!
Lisa Favre says
You had me at red pepper. This hummus sounds so flavorful! Also, garlic adds such a great kick to hummus!
Rosey says
The hummus is nice. My granddaughter loves it like no other. 🙂
Crystal says
We eat hummus almost daily, but I still buy it. This sounds so heavenly I’m going to have to start making it myself.
Beeb ashcroft says
Humus is a choice snack of mine. I have never made it myself, so I think I will give this a shot.
Jocelyn @ Hip Mama's Place says
My husband and I love hummus and try different flavors. This is a great recipe to try definitely!
Our Family World says
The hummus looks great, but I am more interested in those crunchy snacks. The Saffron Road crunchy lentil is good alternative to healthy snacking!
Brianne says
What a yummy snack! I will definitely make this at home!
Amanda Love says
This hummus sounds amazing! Thanks for the tip on how to roast my own peppers! I think this is a lovely dip for your favorite chips or crackers!
Carol Cassara says
I would love to try and make this at home. It sounds so good and yummy. I love that there’s a hint of garlic from the roasted peppers!
Michelle Waller says
I love a delicious hummus. I never thought about trying a red pepper one. I bet this is delish with some pita chips.
Annemarie LeBlanc says
Now this is a snack you won’t feel guilty about. The hummus would taste delicious, with the roasted peppers and garlic! And to have that with some Saffron Road Legume Snacks is a winner combo!