Sweet Potato Hummus

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 1
A delicious and healthy twist on classic hummus with a touch of sweetness
in Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 sweet potatoes
1 can garbanzo beans , drained ( reserve liquid ) and rinsed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons tahini
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
sea salt to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
240
Sugar
6g
Fat
12g
Sweet Potato Hummus is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional hummus. It is made from roasted sweet potatoes, garbanzo beans, tahini, and a blend of spices. The sweet potatoes add a touch of sweetness while the garbanzo beans provide protein and fiber. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, this recipe is versatile and can be enjoyed with a variety of dippables like veggies, crackers, or pita chips. It's also great as a spread for sandwiches or as a topping for bowls. Give your taste buds a flavorful and nutritious experience with this nutrient-dense recipe that's easy to make.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 375°F. Pierce sweet potatoes and wrap them with aluminum foil.
2.Roast them in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until tender.
3.Take out the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool.
4.Cut the sweet potatoes in half, scoop out the flesh and put it in a food processor or blender.
5.Add garbanzo beans, olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, lemon zest, cumin, coriander, white pepper, and salt to taste into the food processor. Blend the ingredients until smooth.
6.Mix thoroughly. If needed, add some of the reserved liquid from the can of garbanzo beans to thin the hummus to your desired texture.
7.Transfer to a serving bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika, if desired.
8.Serve the sweet potato hummus with pita chips, vegetables or crackers.

PROS

This sweet potato hummus is packed with flavor and nutrition, providing a healthy twist on traditional hummus.
It is rich in protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

It is vegan, gluten-free, and easy to make.

CONS

The recipe takes some time to prepare because the sweet potatoes must be roasted before they can be added to the hummus mixture.

The hummus can be slightly high in calories because of the sweet potatoes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and B6, as well as dietary fiber, manganese, and potassium.
Garbanzo beans add protein, fiber, and iron to this hummus recipe.
Tahini provides healthy fats, protein, and minerals like copper, magnesium, and phosphorus.
Olive oil is a source of healthy fats and antioxidants.

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