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Creamy homemade hummus recipe with roasted red peppers, drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with paprika.

Best Hummus Recipe with Roasted Red Peppers

Make this creamy hummus recipe with roasted red peppers for a colorful Mediterranean dip. Perfect with pita, vegetables, or as a healthy snack.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course dip, Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean, middle eastern
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large red bell peppers approx. 400g
  • 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (425g)
  • cup tahini 80g
  • ¼ cup lemon juice 60ml, freshly squeezed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced (approx. 6g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil 30ml, plus more for drizzling
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2-3 tablespoons water or as needed for desired consistency
  • Optional garnish: paprika olive oil, chopped parsley

Instructions
 

  • Roast the Red Peppers: Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Place the red bell peppers on a baking sheet. Roast for 30-45 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skins are blackened and blistered.
  • Steam the Peppers: Transfer the roasted peppers to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap or place them in a brown paper bag. Let them steam for 10-15 minutes.
  • Peel and Seed the Peppers: Once cooled slightly, peel off the blackened skins and remove the seeds and stems from the peppers. Discard the skins, seeds, and stems.
  • Combine Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the peeled roasted red peppers, drained and rinsed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Process Until Smooth: Process the ingredients until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  • Adjust Consistency: If the hummus is too thick, add water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
  • Taste and Adjust Seasoning: Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, lemon juice, or cumin to your liking.
  • Serve: Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with paprika and chopped parsley (optional). Serve immediately or chill for later.