Hummus is a great dippable snack that is high in Fiber and Protein. There are many varieties of hummus from roasted red pepper, garlic and herb and even the dessert style chocolate flavor.
Roasting sweet potato brings out such a nutty and rich flavor profile that is smooth on the palate. Sweet potato is also a great root vegetable because it is rich in Fiber, Vitamin A, Potassium and Iron.
Chickpeas are the main ingredient in hummus with 1 cup serving providing ~9g Fiber, ~10g Protein and 22% of Recommended Daily Allowance of Iron, an important mineral for keeping cells healthy in the body.
Prior to roasting my sweet potato and chickpeas in the oven, I added paprika which heightened the flavor profile even more for the hummus. This is completely optional and can be omitted for substituted for a spice of choice such as cumin for a milder taste or chili powder for a bolder spice.
Tahini is a delightful condiment made from toasted sesame seeds. It has long been a staple in cuisines native to North Africa and Eastern Mediterranean dishes such as hummus and halva. I found a creamy and affordable brand at my local Trader Joe’s grocery store.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven on 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cooking Sweet Potato - Wrap each piece of sweet potato in a damped towel and microwave on high heat for 10-12 minutes, until soft. Let stand for a few minutes until cool to the touch. Remove the skin and cut into large chunks.
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Season sweet potato chunks and chickpeas with smoked paprika. Place on a lined sheet tray and place in preheated oven. Bake on 350 degrees for 5-8 minutes. Remove the sheet tray from the oven and let cool slightly.
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In a blender, add the sweet potato, chickpeas, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, tahini paste, salt and 1/4 c of water. Blend on high speed until desired texture is reached. I prefer my hummus slightly chunky or gritty however pulse for a creamier texture while adding more water as needed.
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Place hummus in a serving dish and add your favorite chips for dipping. Enjoy!!
Notes
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings: 6 | |
| Amount per serving | |
| Calories | 388 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat 14.5g | 19% |
| Saturated Fat 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 130mg | 6% |
| Total Carbohydrate 51.9g | 19% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.3g | 51% |
| Total Sugars 8g | |
| Protein 15.9g | |
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium 123mg | 9% |
| Iron 6mg | 31% |
| Potassium 836mg | 18% |
| *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice. | |