Fresh Spring Hummus Recipe Easy Vibrant Veggies and Herb Dip
A quick and easy fresh spring hummus recipe blending creamy chickpeas with vibrant veggies and fragrant herbs, perfect for a healthy snack or party dip.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dip
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 3 tablespoons tahini (sesame paste)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt to taste (start with 1/2 teaspoon)
- 2–3 tablespoons cold water
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup radishes, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup rainbow bell peppers, diced (red, yellow, orange)
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas well to remove excess salt and liquid. (5 minutes)
- In your food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, cumin, and salt. Pulse a few times to start breaking down the chickpeas. Then run continuously for about 1-2 minutes until smooth. (3-5 minutes)
- While blending, slowly add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired creamy consistency. It should be silky and spreadable but not runny. (1-2 minutes)
- While the hummus blends, dice the cucumber, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice the radishes. Chop the parsley, dill, and mint finely. Toss the veggies and herbs together in a bowl to combine. (10 minutes)
- Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice if needed. Spoon the fresh veggie and herb mix over the top, gently folding a bit into the hummus for pockets of crunch and flavor. (2 minutes)
- Drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil over the top and sprinkle with a pinch of freshly ground black pepper or smoked paprika if desired. (1 minute)
Notes
Use cold water to thin the hummus for a silky texture. Freshly chop herbs finely for best flavor. Prep veggies just before serving to keep them crisp. If hummus is too thick, add more water or lemon juice. Tahini can be substituted with sunflower seed butter or extra olive oil for allergen-friendly option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 6
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