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lemon pepper hummus with pretzels, peppers, and crackers
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Easy Lemon Pepper Hummus

This Easy Lemon Pepper Hummus packs a lot of lemony flavor with a bold kick of red and black pepper! It’s a perfect dip for veggies, pretzels, and crackers!
Course Snack
Cuisine Mediterranean
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 6
Author Jessica

Ingredients

  • 1 can chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 2 tbsp. tahini
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp. white vinegar
  • 1 tbsp. water if necessary
  • 1/4 tsp. cumin
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
  • Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  • Add the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and white vinegar to a food processor or blender.
  • Pulse until smooth. If necessary, add a tablespoon of water at a time to help move the hummus along.
  • Once hummus is smooth and creamy, add cumin, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Pulse again until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
  • Spoon the hummus into a bowl. Drizzle with a little olive oil and add more ground black pepper on top.
  • Serve with veggies, pretzels, crackers, or pita chips.