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This image shows a vibrant bowl of creamy avocado hummus, garnished with fresh cilantro and a drizzle of olive oil, surrounded by colorful vegetable chips and pita bread, ready for serving.

Avocado Hummus Recipe

Creamy avocado hummus blends ripe avocados with classic hummus ingredients for a vibrant twist on the traditional dip. Its smooth texture and rich flavor make it perfect for dipping, spreading, or pairing with your favorite veggies and pita bread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course dips and sauces
Cuisine American
Servings 10 people
Calories 156 kcal

Equipment

  • Measuring spoons
  • Mixing bowl
  • Food processor
  • Spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ripe avocado, halved and pitted
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 can no-salt-added chickpeas
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Instructions
 

  • Drain the chickpeas, saving 2 tablespoons of the liquid.
  • Place the chickpeas and reserved liquid in a food processor.
    This image shows all the ingredients, including ripe avocado, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and cilantro, being placed into a food processor for blending into avocado hummus
  • Add the avocado, cilantro, tahini, oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt.
    Blending Chickpeas Avocado and Tahini into Smooth Avocado Hummus
  • Blend until completely smooth. Enjoy with veggie chips, pita chips, or fresh crudités.
    This image shows a bowl of freshly blended avocado hummus, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil and served alongside pita chips and sliced vegetables for dipping.

Notes

  • For a creamier texture, add a bit more olive oil or a splash of water while blending the hummus
  • To enhance the flavor, consider roasting the garlic before adding it to the food processor. This will give the hummus a richer, more complex taste.