Roasted Pumpkin Hummus Recipe

This roasted pumpkin hummus will be a big hit during your holiday dinners. Serve this tasty pumpkin hummus up as an appetizer for Thanksgiving with fresh veggies.

You can serve this easy hummus recipe up to share with family and friends or keep it as a fun autumn-themed snack for yourself. It’s so gosh darn tasty you probably won’t want to share much anyways.

Taste-wise is sweeter than regular hummus due to the pumpkin, so it is a good twist for those who enjoy sweet and sour food! I also used roasted garlic, which provides a delicious flavor. I bet is going to be a great hit at any Thanksgiving table!

What Is Hummus?

Hummus is a savory Middle Eastern dip made from a mixture of cooked and blended chickpeas with tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. Traditionally, it’s served with crackers or bread as an appetizer.

There are many different and flavorful varieties of hummus available but this roasted pumpkin hummus is perfect for Fall. Made with real roasted pumpkin and other simple hummus ingredients we get a nice orange color and a lot of added flavor that is perfect for the season.

Ingredients you’ll need to pumpkin hummus:

• Pumpkin
• Garlic head
• Chickpeas
• Lemon juice
• Salt
• Olive oil
• Tahini paste
• Water

Please see the recipe card below for more specific quantities needed.

How to Make Roasted Pumpkin Hummus

1. Roast a slice of a pumpkin at 400F for 20-25 minutes or until fork-tender. Place ½ garlic head in foil paper and roast it for 20-25 or garlic cloves are tender. Let them cool and it will be easy to remove their skin.
2. Place all the ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth. If the hummus is too thick, you can add more pumpkin, or one tbsp of olive oil or filtered water until the desired consistency. Then, add more salt to taste if desired.
3. When serving, garnish with some smoked paprika, ground cumin, fresh parsley, and pumpkin seeds.

What to Serve With Hummus As An Appetizer

Hummus is normally served with bread and crackers of things like pita chips, artisan bread (like a hard crusty baguette), or crackers like Triscuits or Wheat thins work well. You can also use fresh-cut veggies, like cauliflower florets, sliced bell peppers, carrots, or celery sticks.

Substitutions

Pumpkin: If you want to cut down on time and effort you can use canned pumpkin puree instead of roasting a whole fresh pumpkin yourself. Just take the pumpkin puree and use the amount of roasted pumpkin requested in the recipe. No actual roasting will be necessary (well, no roasting pumpkins is necessary, the garlic should still be roasted).

Variations

To make your pumpkin hummus appear more vibrant and colorful, you can add some ground turmeric or paprika to help revitalize the color of the hummus.

Recipe Tips

Storage. Keep your homemade hummus stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Freezing. You can freeze hummus if desired. This will lengthen the shelflife by several more weeks. Simply place the hummus in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. To thaw, place in the fridge overnight or place in a bowl of warm water for a few hours until the hummus is about room temperature.

Recipe scaling. You can easily scale this recipe up (double or triple it) or halve it if desired. One batch is about 3 ½ cups of hummus so if you want more or less, adjust as necessary so that you’ll have enough for everyone or just yourself, whatever the case may be.

FAQs

Is Hummus Good For You?

When eaten as a moderated snack this appetizing dip can be a great source of nutrition. In fact, some research has linked hummus to helping with things like fighting inflammation, improving blood sugar control, and helping to improve digestive health.

Should Hummus be Served Warm?

Hummus can be served at room temperature if freshly made or chilled if it was kept stored in the fridge. Both ways are usually acceptable but make sure that leftovers are covered and placed back into the fridge for storage.

What to Eat With Hummus

Serve your hummus up with some chips, crackers, and veggies as desired. On the side, you can have fresh-cut fruits (like apples) or grapes, along with other appetizers such as deviled eggs, sandwiches. This can turn your small batch of hummus into a healthy meal packed full of delicious options!