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Roasted Pumpkin Hummus

Published: Nov 2, 2014 · Modified: Sep 14, 2020 by Colleen 11 Comments

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Roasted Pumpkin Hummus

Roasted Pumpkin Hummus is a great way to use some of this season's abundance of pumpkins showing up in markets everywhere. When I saw this cute little mini pumpkin, I knew I had to use it for making this roasted pumpkin hummus, and then for serving it, too.

Roasting Pumpkin for the Best Flavour

Roasting fresh pumpkin, like roasting just about any vegetable, intensifies the flavour. This roasted pumpkin hummus is great for fall entertaining, especially since it's so easy to make. It makes a delicious dip for apple slices, and any other fruit, veggie, or crackers. Hummus is a healthy snack, being that it's so nutritious, high in protein and fibre. Adding pumpkin makes this dip even healthier with its high beta carotene - vitamin A factor.

A hollowed-out pumpkin filled with dip, with apple slices and crackers

Hummus is Versatile

Hummus doesn't have to be just a dip, either. It's delicious in pita sandwiches stuffed with veggies. Hummus and crisp veggies are naturals together, so toss some veggies and cold pasta with hummus for a delicious salad.

A close up of hummus dip in a hollowed-out pumpkin

If you don't have fresh Pumpkin, use Canned

You can easily (much more easily, truth be told) do this recipe with canned pumpkin puree, too. However, it won't taste nearly as fresh, and it won't have that deep roasted flavour. If you do choose to use canned pumpkin, just be sure to get pure pumpkin puree, and not pumpkin pie filling. Because that just wouldn't work.

And you don't have to have a mini pumpkin shell, either. But, it does make for a really cute & seasonal presentation. Perfect as a centrepiece for a party buffet. And these little pumpkins have just the right amount of flesh to make a batch of hummus.

But not to worry, If you have a larger pumpkin, you can use up any excess in this wonderful Jamaican Pumpkin Soup, or a delicious Pumpkin Spice Loaf

Although tahini, which is sesame paste, is a traditional ingredient for hummus, sesame is a fairly common allergen. If you are allergic or unsure of who is, leave out the tahini. You'll still have a delicious, creamy hummus.

Be sure to serve well chilled so that the flavours get a chance to meld.

Roasted Pumpkin Hummus in a pumpkin shell

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A tiny pumpkin filled with hummus

Roasted Pumpkin Hummus

Roasted Pumpkin makes a flavourful addition to chickpea hummus for a seriously delicious and healthy dip that's easy to make, too.
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Course: Sauces, Dips & Toppings
Cuisine: American, Canadian
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes
Total Time: 1 hour hour
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 46kcal
Author: Colleen Milne

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups pumpkin puree
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • ¼ cup tahini sesame paste
  • 3 cloves garlic roasted
  • juice of 2 lemons
  • 2 tablespoon sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon Sriracha sauce
  • Salt & pepper to taste
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • If using a fresh pumpkin, scoop out and discard all the seeds and stringy parts, then scoop out pumpkin flesh  
  • Put pumpkin flesh on a parchment-lined baking sheet into a 350 degree oven. Put the garlic alongside, drizzled with a little oil and wrapped in foil. Roast for about 45 minutes, or until pumpkin is fork-tender.
  • Remove pumpkin from the oven and allow to cool
  • In a food processor, put the roasted pumpkin, (or canned pumpkin puree), garlic, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, sesame oil, & Sriracha sauce.
  • Process until smooth. Season with salt & pepper to taste.
  • Transfer hummus to a covered container and refrigerate for at least an hour.
  • Serve with pita chips, vegetables or fruit.

Notes

All of the cooking time and most of the prep time indicated are for using a fresh pumpkin.
Using canned pumpkin puree would take the total time for this recipe to approximately 5 minutes.
The pumpkin can be roasted ahead of time, cooled and refrigerated until you want to make the hummus.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 46kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 66mg | Vitamin A: 3575IU | Vitamin C: 1.4mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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Roasted Pumpkin Hummus

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  1. Derek

    October 03, 2017 at 8:26 am

    What a brilliant idea. This is the perfect snack to bring to a pumpkin carving party! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Colleen

      October 03, 2017 at 9:12 am

      Hi Derek! Yes, bring on the pumpkin carving parties 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  2. Jennifer

    October 03, 2017 at 4:57 am

    I love the presentation, this is the perfect appetizer for a fall gathering!

    Reply
    • Colleen

      October 03, 2017 at 7:06 am

      Thanks Jennifer! It's a fun way to serve it, and a delicious version of hummus.

      Reply
  3. Elaine

    October 02, 2017 at 5:24 pm

    Colleen, this is just too cute for words! I'd give it 5 stars! A fun appetizer for Thanksgiving.

    Reply
    • Colleen

      October 02, 2017 at 7:19 pm

      Thanks so much, Elaine! It's such a fun presentation, but the hummus is delicious all by itself 🙂

      Reply
  4. Tiffany

    October 02, 2017 at 1:01 pm

    I have got to try this! I love hummus and what a nice touch with pumpkin.

    Reply
    • Colleen

      October 02, 2017 at 7:18 pm

      Thanks Tiffany! Those little mini pumpkins are the cutest 🙂

      Reply
  5. Dina Honke

    October 06, 2016 at 5:17 am

    Thanks for the reminder Colleen, such a beautiful image.

    Reply
    • Colleen

      October 06, 2016 at 9:49 am

      Thanks so much Dina!

      Reply
  6. Dina

    November 03, 2014 at 5:26 am

    What a good idea, I am a big fan of hummus made with other ingredients. I made it with red lentils and loved it loved it too. Good use of a seasonal ingredient.

    Reply

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