Loaded Roasted Garlic Hummus
Creamy, rich hummus blended with sweet roasted garlic and loaded with your favorite Mediterranean toppings. Perfect for dipping, spreading, or spooning straight from the bowl!
Time
Prep time: 10 minutes
Roast garlic: 35–40 minutes
Total time: ~50 minutes
Servings: 6–8
Ingredients
For the Hummus:
1 head garlic
1 can (15 oz / 400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/3 cup tahini
Juice of 1 lemon
2–3 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp ground cumin
Salt, to taste
2–4 tbsp cold water (to thin as needed)
Optional Toppings:
Extra chickpeas (whole or roasted)
Olive oil drizzle
Paprika or sumac
Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
Pine nuts, sesame seeds, or za’atar
Diced tomatoes, olives, or cucumber
Instructions
1. Roast the Garlic
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the top off the garlic bulb, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 35–40 minutes until soft and golden.
Let cool slightly, then squeeze out the soft cloves.
2. Blend the Hummus
In a food processor, combine roasted garlic, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, and a pinch of salt.
Blend until smooth, scraping down sides as needed.
Add cold water 1 tbsp at a time until desired creaminess is reached.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
3. Load It Up & Serve
Spoon into a serving bowl and use the back of a spoon to create swirls.
Top generously with your chosen toppings.
Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of paprika or sumac.
Tips
Extra smooth hummus: Peel chickpeas or boil briefly with a pinch of baking soda.
Meal prep: Lasts 5–6 days in the fridge.
Flavor twist: Add roasted red pepper or sun-dried tomatoes to the blend.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 140 kcal
Protein: 4g
Carbs: 11g
Fat: 9g
Fiber: 3g
Sodium: ~160mg