Homemade Roasted Red Pepper Hummus (Easy and Healthy!)

This recipe for Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is so easy to prepare. It features roasted red bell peppers with chickpeas, tahini, lemon, garlic, and cumin. Homemade hummus is a delicious and healthy snack that you can serve in a variety of different ways. This post will tell you everything you need to know about making this red pepper hummus recipe, including how to freeze it!

Making this Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

It is officially way too hot in New Mexico. Absolute torture to come home from vacation (Visiting Crete and Athens in a day) and be transported from Spring to Summer. There was no easing into the hot. Combine said hot weather with the reality of being home from vacation and there’s really not a whole lot of motivation to cook anything for dinner.

During the summer we tend to eat a lot of dinners that are appetizer or snack like. Healthy dips, lots of vegetables and fruits, and whole grains to fill up. These kind of meals are perfect for when it is too hot to turn on the oven.

Red Pepper Hummus for a Healthy Snack

I made this recipe for Roasted Red Pepper Hummus on a particularly hot day. We don’t do a lot of dips, but when we do I try to make dip recipes that add nutritional value to the meal or snack rather than being empty calories. Hummus is great as a dip because it is made largely from chickpeas (or garbanzo beans).

Beans are filling and packed with protein and fiber which makes hummus a great addition to many no-cook summer meals and snacks. I love recipes like this because they’re so versatile. Hummus can be served so many ways. From a simple appetizer or starter to a meal with cut vegetables to part of a larger meal.

What is Hummus?

Hummus is a Middle Eastern dip that resembles a thick paste or spread. The classic hummus recipe is traditionally made from chickpeas, sesame seeds (or tahini), olive oil, lemon, and garlic.

This recipe has the addition of roasted red bell peppers and some ground cumin that adds a smoky flavor to the dip. Don’t be afraid to get creative with hummus. You can experiment with different beans, spices, or other vegetables to add in.

Hummus is incredibly simple to prepare because you’re just blending the ingredients together until a thick paste forms.

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Helpful Kitchen Tools to Make Homemade Hummus

You’ll find the following tools helpful for preparing this roasted red peppers hummus:

• Measuring Spoons – to measure the olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, and seasonings.
• Food Processor or High Speed Blender – to blend the ingredients into a smooth texture
• Citrus Juicer – to juice the lemon
• Spatula – for scraping the side of the food processor.

Ingredients in this Red Pepper Hummus Recipe

This homemade hummus recipe calls for a few simple ingredients. You’ll need:

• Chickpeas (also called Garbanzo Beans)
• Fresh Garlic
• Roasted Red Bell Pepper
• Olive Oil
• Tahini Paste
• Fresh Lemon Juice
• Ground Cumin
• Black Pepper
• Salt

For the complete ingredient list and detailed instructions, scroll to the bottom of this post for the FREE printable recipe card.

What Is Tahini

Tahini is made by grinding sesame seeds with oil until a smooth paste forms.

It is usually found near the nut butters in the grocery store, though sometimes you might find it located near the international foods if your grocery store has a section for that. If you can’t find tahini in your grocery store, you can purchase tahini online.

If you don’t have tahini or have a sesame allergy, you can substitute nut butters instead. I recommend sunflower butter, almond butter, or cashew butter as substitutes.

How to Make Hummus with Roasted Red Peppers

This recipe for hummus with roasted red peppers is actually a really easy recipe to prepare! Here’s an over view of the instructions:

Place the chickpeas, garlic cloves, roasted red bell pepper, olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, ground cumin, black pepper, and salt in the bowl of a food processor.

Pulse a few times to combine the ingredients. Then, using a spatula scrape down the sides of the food processor’s interior.

After that, process until the mixture is smooth, scraping the sides periodically if needed. That’s it!

The above is simply a quick summary of this recipe. Check out the full recipe in the free printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for all the detailed instructions.

Tips for Making Homemade Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

• After draining the chickpeas, give them a good rinse in cold water.
• Substituting dried chickpeas in this recipe will work fine. If you want to cook your own chickpeas, check out my tutorial to learn Everything You Need to Know About Cooking Dried Beans.
• To roast your own red peppers for this recipe, check out my tutorial for How to Roast Peppers. Roasting your own peppers is actually really easy!

What to Eat with Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

There are so many ways to enjoy hummus. Here are a few of our favorite uses:

• Hummus is a simple, healthy dip to accompany raw vegetables. Try: cherry tomatoes, carrot sticks, cucumber slices, radishes, and snap peas.
• It tastes delicious with Whole Wheat Pita Chips (How to Make Homemade Pita Chips), warm pita bread, homemade naan, or tortilla chips.
• Try it as an alternative Spread in Sandwiches, Wraps, Pitas, or even Burgers (5 Ways to Dress up a Sandwich)
• Sauce on a Pizza or Flatbread
• Try using it as a filling for deviled eggs
• Serve it alongside falafel

What to Do with Leftovers

If you didn’t eat all of this red pepper hummus the day you made it, or you made an extra large batch to eat over many days, then you’ll need to learn how to store it properly. You can refrigerate or freeze hummus. Here’s how:

How Long Does Homemade Hummus Last?

You’ll need to store any leftover hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Homemade hummus with last for about 3 – 4 days in the refrigerator.

If the hummus begins to mold, has developed a sour smell, is older than 4 days, or hasn’t been refrigerated properly then it is time to toss it out.

How to Freeze Hummus with Roasted Red Pepper

Hummus is easy to freeze and doesn’t require any special preparation. Just transfer it to a freezer-safe sealed container, then label and date it.

Make sure you leave some room at the top to account for expansion as the hummus freezes. It will last for about 4 months in the freezer.

Try this Red Pepper Hummus at Home!

Next time you’re looking for a healthy snack, give this red pepper hummus a try! Did you think it was the best hummus? Leave a comment below and give it a review for others to see what you thought of this delicious recipe.

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More Hummus Recipes

Looking for a few more creamy hummus recipes to try? Check these out:

Classic hummus is transformed into this Roasted Salsa Verde Hummus with the addition of roasted poblano, jalapeño, tomatillo, onion, cilantro, and lime.

This Black Bean Hummus is made with black beans instead of chickpeas, and is flavored with lime and cumin. This is a great dip to make for parties and potlucks!

While not hummus, you might also like this simple White Bean Bruschetta. It is a thick and chunky white bean spread that you can enjoy similarly.

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