Spicy Jalapeno Hummus

Healthy hummus recipe that is so easy to make, you won’t ever have to buy store-made hummus again. Adjust the spices to your taste!

Original recipe makes 4 servings

Ingredients

1 (15.5 ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and liquid reserved
8 slices jarred jalapeno peppers, diced
1 tablespoon juice from jarred jalapeno peppers
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon tahini
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch paprika, or to taste

  • PREP

    10 mins

  • READY IN

    4 hrs 10 mins

Directions

  1. Blend garbanzo beans, jalapeno peppers, juice from jalapeno peppers, lemon juice, olive oil, tahini, and garlic in a blender or food processor until smooth; add reserved garbanzo bean liquid and blend to reach desired consistency. Add cayenne pepper, cumin, oregano, black pepper, and paprika; blend until smooth.
  2. Chill hummus until flavors blend, about 4 hours.

Nutrition

Calories: 194 kcal
Carbohydrates: 27.9 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Fat: 7 g
Fiber: 6 g
Protein: 6.5 g
Sodium: 468 mg