Pumpkin Hummus

Pumpkin Hummus

Traditional hummus gets a major kick of flavor with everyone’s favorite fall fruit in this healthy pumpkin hummus. Yes, pumpkins are in the fruit family- they’re actually a berry!

I’ve been snacking on this pumpkin hummus the past few days and it sure gets tastier over time. I recommend making this a day before your holiday party and letting the flavors meld together. And you are going to make this for your next holiday party, right? Okay, good

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 15 oz. can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 lemon juiced
• 2 garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt plus more to taste as desired
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin plus more to taste as desired
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in the bowl of a food processor or high-speed blender. Process or blend until smooth, stopping occasionally to scrape down sides of bowl or pitcher.
2. Drizzle 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil over the top and serve with raw veggies, chips and/or crackers. Also, wonderful as a topping for sweet potatoes, salads and wraps.

Recipe Adapted From kimscravings.com