Description
Sweet Potato Hummus is a creamy, vibrant dip that takes your snacking to the next level. With its naturally sweet flavor and a hint of warm spices, this unique twist on traditional hummus is perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. Serve it with crispy pita chips or fresh veggies, and watch as your guests rave about this flavor-packed delight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 cup mashed)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic (roasted)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Halve the sweet potatoes and roast cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Wrap the garlic clove in aluminum foil with a drizzle of olive oil and add it to the oven during the last 20 minutes of roasting.
- Once cooled, scoop out the sweet potato flesh into a food processor. Add the roasted garlic, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, and salt.
- Blend until smooth, adding water one tablespoon at a time if needed for desired consistency. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Serve in a bowl, drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with cumin or paprika.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 60g
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg