Description
This Creamy Dill Pickle Hummus is a tangy and flavorful twist on traditional hummus, featuring chopped dill pickles and pickle juice that add a refreshing zing. Perfect as a healthy snack or appetizer, it combines creamy chickpeas, tahini, fresh dill, garlic, and lemon juice, blended to smooth perfection in just minutes.
Ingredients
Hummus Base
- 2 cans Chick Peas (15 ounces each)
- 1/2 cup Tahini
- 1 Lemon (Juiced)
- 2 Garlic Cloves (Roughly chopped)
Dill Pickle Flavor
- 1/2 cup Chopped Dill Pickles
- 1/4 cup Dill Pickle Juice
- 2 tbsp Fresh Dill
Seasoning
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain and Prepare Chickpeas: Open and drain the cans of chickpeas thoroughly. Add the drained chickpeas into your food processor bowl.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add tahini, chopped dill pickles, dill pickle juice, freshly squeezed lemon juice, roughly chopped garlic cloves, and fresh dill into the food processor with the chickpeas.
- Blend to Desired Consistency: Secure the lid on the food processor and blend on high speed for about 1 minute, or until the mixture reaches your preferred creamy consistency. Stop to scrape down the edges as needed.
- Season to Taste: Taste the hummus and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper as desired. Blend briefly again to incorporate the seasoning evenly.
- Serve: Transfer the creamy dill pickle hummus to a serving bowl and garnish with extra chopped dill or dill pickle slices if desired. Enjoy with pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, peel the chickpeas before blending.
- Adjust the amount of pickle juice based on your desired tanginess.
- Can be refrigerated for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
- Add a drizzle of olive oil on top for extra richness when serving.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free and vegetarian.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
