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Pizza Hummus

Zesty Pizza Hummus: A Cheesy Twist on a Classic Dip

A delightful Pizza Hummus that combines the flavors of pizza in a creamy, dairy-free dip. Perfect for snacking!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Hummus
  • 1 can Garbanzo Beans Rinsed and drained
  • 2 tablespoons Water Adjust for consistency
  • 1 cup Basil Fresh or dried
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 3 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast For cheesy flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with tahini
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh or roasted
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Peppers Adjust for spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Fresh or dried
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • High-Powered Blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pizza Hummus
  1. In a food processor or high-powered blender, add the garbanzo beans, water, basil, salt, nutritional yeast, olive oil, garlic, crushed red peppers, oregano, and tomato paste. Pulse briefly to combine ingredients.
  2. Continue blending for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is creamy and smooth, with a hint of chunkiness.
  3. Check the texture and add more water if too thick, adjusting salt or crushed red peppers to taste.
  4. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to deepen flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Pizza Hummus is great with veggie sticks or pita chips. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

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