Easy Roasted Red Pepper Hummus (No Tahini Needed)

This easy roasted red pepper hummus recipe is a delicious twist on plain hummus. Using smoky and sweet roasted red peppers, fresh garbanzo beans and lemon juice, this homemade red pepper hummus is loaded with flavor! Red pepper adds creaminess to this recipe without the need for tahini, and makes a flavorful dip perfect for an healthy snack or appetizer.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Easy

This easy hummus recipe can be made in minutes! Simple add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until you have a creamy hummus. Now it’s ready to serve!

Healthy 

This homemade hummus is made with all natural ingredients. Unlike many hummus and packaged foods found at the grocery store, there’s no need to worry about processed oils, thickeners, or preservatives in this healthy recipe.

Delicious

This delicious hummus is a unique twist on classic hummus, with sweet and smoky red pepper. Not only does the red pepper add an amazing flavor, but it also contributes to an extra smooth texture. 

Ingredients in this Simple Hummus Recipe

Garbanzo Beans are the main main ingredient in hummus. If possible, prepare garbanzo beans from dried beans instead of using a can of chickpeas. This will make the hummus not only healthier, but also more tasty!

Red bell peppers are used in this recipe to make the roasted red peppers. They can be made easily in the oven at home (see instructions below).

Olive oil is an important ingredient in hummus. It adds creaminess, with nutty and bitter notes. Use a high quality olive oil for the best tasting hummus. 

Fresh lemon juice adds acidity and brightens the flavor of the hummus. For the best tasting hummus it’s important to use freshly squeezed lemon juice, not from a bottle!

Fresh garlic adds a pungent savory flavor. Be careful here, too much raw garlic can be overpowering and cause stomach pain.

Ground cumin adds a nutty, bitter flavor to hummus. I didn’t realize how amazing cumin was until I started grinding fresh cumin seeds in all my recipes using a mortar and pestle. I highly recommend using freshly ground cumin, but if not, pre-ground cumin also works great in this recipe. 

Optional: tahini, or sesame paste, can definitely be added to this recipe. Tahini is used traditionally in hummus and adds pleasantly bitter, nutty notes, as well as creaminess. If you are avoiding sesame seeds for any reason or don’t have tahini on hand, this recipe is delicious either way!

How to Serve Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

​Pita bread: the ultimate way to enjoy hummus is with some fresh pita bread!

Homemade sourdough pita chips: turn homemade flatbread into crunchy pita chips by baking them in the oven!

Homemade tortilla chips: I love making tortilla chips by coating sprouted corn tortillas in tallow and baking them in the oven. It’s so easy, and way healthier than store bought tortilla chips.  

Raw veggies like carrots or radishes can be dipped, as well as savory fruit like cucumber slices and bell peppers.

Dolmades: I love dipping stuffed grape leaves in creamy hummus, they are the perfect combo!

How to Store Red Pepper Hummus

Store prepared hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Drizzle the top of the hummus with olive oil before storage for extra freshness. 

How to Make Roasted Red Peppers in the Oven

1. Preheat oven to 450°F
2. Slice red bell peppers in half and remove seeds.
3. Place cut-side down on a lined baking sheet.
4. Roast for 25 minutes or until skins are charred.
5. Transfer to a bowl and cover with a plate to let steam for about 10 minutes.
6. Peel the skins off and discard.
7. They’re ready to use in hummus!

How to Cook Garbanzo Beans for Better Digestion

1. Soak dried garbanzo beans in water with a splash of apple cider vinegar for about 12 hours.
2. Drain and rinse beans.
3. Add beans to a large pot and cover with fresh water.
4. Bring water to a boil, and let boil for about 10 minutes.
5. Discard the water and rinse the beans.
6. Cover the beans with fresh water again and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer.
7. Simmer uncovered for about 90 minutes, until tender – or pressure cook in an instant pot on high pressure for 40 minutes, using natural release.

Tips and Tricks

• Use a high-speed blender instead of a food processor for a more smooth hummus.
• Make your own roasted red peppers instead of buying them pre-made from the store, they taste much better fresh.
• Only leave out the tahini if it’s something you are avoiding or don’t have on hand, it adds a lot of flavor and an extra creamy texture!
• Use fresh lemon juice, not bottled. 
• Don’t add too much raw garlic. 

How to Make Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Add garbanzo beans, water, roasted red peppers, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and optional tahini to a high speed blender. 

Blend until smooth and creamy. Add a couple of tablespoons more water if it’s not blending well. It should be creamy, but thick. 

Once it’s reached the right consistency, transfer to serving dishes or a storage container. 

Top with olive oil and sweet paprika, aleppo pepper flakes, or sumac. 

Enjoy!

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