If you haven’t yet dipped your spoon into the vibrant world of Strawberry Hummus, you’re in for an unforgettable treat. This playful twist on classic hummus combines ripe strawberries with creamy chickpeas and tahini, resulting in a silky, sweet-and-tangy dip that’s impossible to resist. Perfect for snacking, spreading, or sharing with friends, it’s not just delicious—it’s beautiful, easy to make, and secretly nutritious. Whether you’re looking for a brunch showstopper or a snack the whole family will love, Strawberry Hummus checks every box with flair.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Ingredients You’ll Need
The charm of Strawberry Hummus lies in its short, fresh ingredient list where every item truly shines. With just a few wholesome staples, you create a dip that’s creamy, colorful, and bursting with flavor—no fancy equipment or hard-to-find items needed.
- Chickpeas: These create the creamy backbone of your hummus with a neutral taste that lets the strawberries sing.
- Fresh strawberries: For maximum flavor and that irresistible pink hue, use ripe, juicy berries.
- Tahini: This traditional seed paste adds nutty depth and a velvety richness to the dip.
- Lemon juice: Brightens everything up and keeps the strawberries tasting lively and fresh.
- Maple syrup or honey: A touch of natural sweetness balances the tang and makes every bite crave-worthy.
- Vanilla extract: Rounds out the flavors and gives the dip an irresistible fragrance.
- Salt: Just a pinch to enhance all the fruits’ flavors and balance the sweetness.
- Water: Adjusts the dip’s texture so you get it just the way you like—spoonable or spreadable.
How to Make Strawberry Hummus
Step 1: Gather and Prep Ingredients
Begin by draining and rinsing your chickpeas to remove excess sodium and give them a fresh flavor. Hull and halve the strawberries so they’re ready to blend, and measure out the tahini, lemon juice, sweetener, vanilla, and salt. Having everything prepped before you begin makes the whole process smooth and mess-free.
Step 2: Blend Until Smooth
Place the chickpeas, fresh strawberries, tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and salt into your food processor. Secure the lid and blend until the mixture starts coming together. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure every last bit is incorporated.
Step 3: Adjust Consistency
Slowly drizzle in water, one tablespoon at a time, with the blender running. Keep going until your Strawberry Hummus reaches your ideal consistency—thick for spreadable, a bit looser for dipping. Taste and adjust sweetness or lemon juice if desired at this stage.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
Transfer your vibrant hummus to a serving bowl and chill it for at least 15 minutes if you prefer a firmer, more refreshing dip. Garnish before serving, or let everyone customize their scoop with their favorite toppings.
How to Serve Strawberry Hummus
Garnishes
A playful dip like Strawberry Hummus deserves some eye-catching garnishes. Try a swoosh of extra strawberry slices on top, a sprinkling of sesame seeds, a handful of crushed pistachios, or even a few mint leaves to highlight its fresh flavors. A drizzle of honey or maple syrup can make it even more inviting, especially for dessert spreads.
Side Dishes
This dip pairs beautifully with an array of dippers. Provide bowls of sliced apples, grapes, or bananas for a fruity twist, or classic pita chips and crispy rice crackers for crunch. It also works wonders with cinnamon-sugar tortilla crisps and is dreamy slathered on hearty seed bread as a sweet toast topping.
Creative Ways to Present
Go beyond the bowl and use Strawberry Hummus as a spread for crepes, a filling for sandwich wraps, or even dolloped on pancakes for a brunch-worthy presentation. Try layering it in parfaits with yogurt and granola or serving in mini cups at picnics for a stunning, portable snack everyone will love.
Make Ahead and Storage
Storing Leftovers
Store any leftover Strawberry Hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep fresh and velvety for up to four days, making it perfect for quick snacks or additions to lunchboxes throughout the week.
Freezing
While fresh is best, you can freeze Strawberry Hummus if you like. Scoop it into a freezer-safe container, leaving a little space at the top for expansion. Thaw overnight in the fridge and give it a good stir before serving to revive its creamy texture.
Reheating
Since this hummus is served chilled or at room temperature, there’s no need to reheat. Just give it a quick stir after storing and it’s ready to go—easy snacking at its finest!
FAQs
Can I use frozen strawberries instead of fresh?
Yes, you absolutely can use frozen strawberries if fresh aren’t available. Just make sure to thaw and drain them well before blending so your Strawberry Hummus doesn’t turn out watery.
What can I use instead of tahini?
If you don’t have tahini, try substituting almond butter or sunflower seed butter. Each will give a slightly different flavor, but both keep the dip creamy and delicious.
Is Strawberry Hummus vegan?
Yes, as long as you use maple syrup instead of honey, Strawberry Hummus is completely vegan. Plant-based, protein-rich, and delightful for all diet types!
Can I make this without a food processor?
A high-speed blender can also do the trick, though you may need to pause and scrape down the sides a few extra times to ensure everything gets smooth and creamy.
How do I make it sweeter or tarter?
Simply add more maple syrup or honey if you prefer it sweeter, or an extra squeeze of lemon juice for a brighter, tarter finish. Taste and adjust until it’s just right for you.
Final Thoughts
This recipe truly celebrates the best of both worlds—nutritious chickpeas and luscious, sweet strawberries. I hope you’ll gather your ingredients and give Strawberry Hummus a try; it’s a showstopper that always has everyone coming back for just one more scoop!
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Strawberry Hummus Recipe
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Indulge in a unique twist on traditional hummus with this delightful Strawberry Hummus recipe. Creamy chickpeas are blended with fresh strawberries, tahini, and a touch of sweetness for a fruity and savory dip that’s perfect for snacking or spreading.
Ingredients
Chickpea Mixture:
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (hulled and halved)
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 to 4 tablespoons water (as needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, strawberries, tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Adjust Consistency: Add water a tablespoon at a time to reach your desired consistency. Continue blending until creamy and well combined.
- Adjust Taste: Taste and adjust sweetness or lemon juice as desired.
- Serve: Transfer to a bowl and serve chilled or at room temperature with sliced fruit, crackers, or pita chips.
Notes
- For a thicker dip, reduce water or refrigerate before serving.
- This hummus also works as a spread on toast or in wraps.
- Use frozen strawberries (thawed and drained) if fresh aren’t available.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
