This hummus has amazing flavor, with the nuttiness of the chickpeas and tahini perfectly balanced with the sweetness of the sweet potato.
On the Ingredients
- Chickpeas, also called garbanzo beans, are a legume that’s been cultivated in the Middle East for centuries. They’re an excellent source of plant proteins and have some great nutritional elements. Chickpeas contain manganese, folate (vitamin B9), copper, iron, zinc, phosphorus, magnesium, thiamine, vitamin B6, selenium, and potassium. Because of their high fiber, chickpeas may help keep you feeling full longer, aid in digestion, and help regulate blood sugar. (Read more on the health benefits.)
- Tahini is a condiment from the Middle East made from ground toasted sesame seeds. It has an earthy flavor and is slightly bitter, though not overwhelming. It has a richness to dishes and a boost of healthy fats. Tahini has antioxidants and may have anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It’s also good for your kidneys, liver, and bone health. (Read more about the health benefits.)
- Sweet potato is a starchy tuber that is only distantly related to the common potato. Sometimes in the US, darker hued sweet potatoes are called yams, but technically, true yams are a tuber even more distantly related. Sweet potatoes are a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They’re particularly high in vitamin A with 213% of the daily value contained in one cup. Sweet potatoes are lower on the glycemic index than a common potato, making them much better for people with blood sugar issues. (Read more about sweet potatoes.)
Recipe Notes and Substitutions
Sweet Potato Hummus
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking timeminutes
Total time
10
minutesThis hummus has amazing flavor, with the nuttiness of the chickpeas and tahini perfectly balanced with the sweetness of the sweet potato.
Ingredients
1 medium roasted sweet potato without skin (about 1 cup)
15oz can of chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
1/3 cup olive oil
juice of 1/2 a lemon
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp
3 cloves garlic
4 tbsp tahini
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 cup water (if needed)
Directions
- Combine all the ingredients besides the water in a food processor. Blend until the hummus is smooth, adding the water if it is too thick. Serve with flatbread or crackers.
