Savory Spiced Carrot Hummus

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Savory Spiced Carrot Hummus
15 min.
8
113kcal

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Craving a vibrant, flavorful snack that's as good for you as it tastes? Look no further than this Savory Spiced Carrot Hummus! It's a delightful twist on the classic Middle Eastern dip, packing a nutritional punch and a burst of sunshine-y goodness in every bite.

This recipe comes together in a mere 15 minutes, making it the perfect quick appetizer or satisfying snack for busy weekdays or impromptu gatherings. Did I mention it's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free? Everyone can indulge!

The magic lies in the sweet and earthy combination of carrots and garbanzo beans, elevated by aromatic spices like smoked paprika (or curry powder for an alternative twist!) and cumin. A touch of lemon juice adds zesty brightness, while a generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil creates a luxuriously smooth and creamy texture. Serve it up with your favorite veggies, pita bread, or crackers for a healthy and utterly irresistible treat. This vibrant hummus is more than just a dip; it's a flavor adventure!

And the best part? You can make a big batch and enjoy it for up to 10 days! Perfect for meal prepping or having a healthy snack on hand whenever hunger strikes. Get ready to spice up your snacking game with this easy and delicious Carrot Hummus!

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black
  • can garbanzo beans drained and rinsed organic
  • can carrots drained and rinsed cooked sliced
  • teaspoon curry powder smoked
  •  garlic cloves 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon ( 1 small lemon)
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin

Equipment

  • food processor

Directions

  1. In a food processor, blend together the carrots, garbanzo beans, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, cumin and pepper. While the processor is running, slowly pour in olive oil. Process until smooth.Store leftover hummus in a sealed container for up to 10 days in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories113kcal
Protein9.99%
Fat61.27%
Carbs28.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.15
Glycemic Load
2.16
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.4500000165856%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:112.75kcal
5.64%
Fat:7.93g
12.2%
Saturated Fat:1.06g
6.61%
Carbohydrates:8.37g
2.79%
Net Carbohydrates:5.74g
2.09%
Sugar:0.14g
0.15%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:158.19mg
6.88%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.91g
5.82%
Manganese:0.49mg
24.42%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
14.25%
Fiber:2.63g
10.52%
Vitamin E:1.06mg
7.04%
Iron:0.89mg
4.94%
Phosphorus:48.25mg
4.82%
Copper:0.09mg
4.64%
Magnesium:16.67mg
4.17%
Vitamin K:4.35µg
4.14%
Folate:15.09µg
3.77%
Vitamin A:154.56IU
3.09%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.79%
Potassium:97.23mg
2.78%
Calcium:23.38mg
2.34%
Vitamin C:1.76mg
2.13%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.86%
Selenium:1.27µg
1.81%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.48%