Easy Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

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Looking for a healthy snack or vegan appetizer? Make this delicious roasted red pepper hummus recipe! Flavorful and full of fiber & protein.

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

I first made homemade hummus when my son was about a year and a half old. That chunky baby of mine ate it by the fistful. Now he is 5 (where has the time gone?!?), and a little more civilized, he just eats it by the pretzel-full. Thankfully, hummus has been kept off of his “I’m-too-picky-to-eat-this-now” list.

I’m so not opposed to store-bought hummus, don’t get me wrong, but homemade hummus truly just tastes better and is so customizable to your preferences. Plus, you have total control over the ingredients – like what preservatives and “natural flavors” don’t get added in. And unlike most store-bought hummus recipes, this hummus recipe is oil-free. 

How to Make Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Making roasted red pepper hummus is incredibly easy. It’s not much different from regular hummus, aside from prepping the red peppers.

You could certainly roast your own red peppers, but this gal just doesn’t have the time for that. I buy roasted red peppers from the store. They typically come in a jar, in either water or oil. I always opt for the roasted red peppers in water.

But because they come stored in water, you need to make sure you drain them and pat them dry otherwise you will have thin, water-logged hummus hummus. We prefer fluffy, thick hummus in these parts. 

Then, roughly chop up the red peppers and measure 1 cup. Throw them in the blender with chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, cumin, salt, and aquafaba. I love using aquafaba in hummus in place of oil because it makes the texture so fluffy!

What is aquafaba? It’s simply the liquid from the can of chickpeas. So, make sure you reserve it!

What to Dip in Roasted Red Pepper Hummus:

The possibilities are great! Hummus would make a lovely party appetizer paired with some, or all, of these options!

• Carrots
• Cucumbers
• Bell peppers
• Pita bread or chips
• Bagel chips
• Pretzels
• Crackers
• Raw broccoli or cauliflower
• Tofu
• Tortilla chips

More Ways to Eat Hummus:

Hummus is a great dip, but there are a bunch of other ways you can enjoy this delicious recipe!

• Thin it out and use as a salad dressing
• Use as a sauce for roasted vegetables
• Mix with whole chickpeas to make a sandwich filling
• Use as a sandwich spread 
• Toss with warm pasta