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    Home » Recipes » Vegetarian Recipes

    Creamy Avocado Hummus with Za’atar

    Published: Feb 26, 2014 · Modified: Oct 30, 2022 by Samantha Ferraro · This post may contain affiliate links · 10 Comments

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    Avocado hummus is made with the classic base of hummus but with the addition of creamy avocado and a generous sprinkle of flavorful za’atar on top.

    Creamy Avocado Hummus with Za'atar via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

    So far I have made the standard classic hummus and roasted beet hummus. I have butternut squash hummus in the queue for posting and today, I encourage you to make my creamy avocado hummus with a zesty bite of za’atar!

    You’re going to laugh (or maybe just I will) because I made this out of necessity. My last avocado was craving to be eaten and I needed an afternoon pick me up snack. So there I go, spending a good 10 minutes over my sink shelling my garbanzo beans instead of just picking up a small container of hummus at the store. And that’s the trick to the ultimate creamy hummus, which I wish I knew when I made my classic version. Whether you are using canned or fresh beans, take the extra few minutes and take the “shell” off. Once you get a hoppin’ rhythm going, it’s smooth sailing from there and you will have the best, creamiest hummus you have ever had. Trust me on this.

    Creamy Avocado Hummus with Za'atar via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

    I am trying to think of other fun ways to spice up hummus. I am thinking of mixing flavors and spices…maybe roasted red pepper and feta? Or hatch chile hummus? Any other ideas?

    Creamy Avocado Hummus with Za’atar

    Samantha Ferraro
    Avocado hummus is made with the classic base of hummus but with the addition of creamy avocado and a generous sprinkle of flavorful za'atar on top.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Cuisine Mediterranean
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 206 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 avocado
    • 2 cups cooked garbanzo beans
    • 1/4 cup tahini
    • 1/2 lemon juiced
    • 1 garlic clove roughly chopped
    • 1/4 tsp cumin
    • 1/4 tsp paprika
    • Pinch of cayenne
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • Water optional, for thinning out consistency
    • Olive oil for drizzling and garnish
    • za’atar for garnish

    Instructions
     

    • Drain and rinse garbanzo beans. Remove the outer shell of each bean with your fingers and discard shell. Add to food processor.
    • Along with the garbanzo beans, add the flesh of the avocado, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, cayenne, salt and pepper and a drizzle of olive oil. Pulse together until everything is combined.
    • If it is too thick, add a Tb of water at a time until desired consistency. I also like to add extra lemon juice. Taste for seasoning.
    • When done, layer hummus on a plate, making a small well in the center. Drizzle additional olive oil and sprinkle za’atar.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 206kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 385mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 114IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 2mg
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    Creamy Avocado Hummus with Za'atar via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

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    Comments

    1. Susan says

      February 27, 2014 at 2:14 pm

      Pretty hula-girl! I love that bow-tie on her. I also love this hummus and need to make it soon!

      Reply
    2. Aggie says

      March 6, 2014 at 1:07 pm

      Awww your pup is so sweet!!!

      Love this hummus, I’m obsessed with avocado & za’atar right now 🙂

      Reply
      • Samantha says

        March 7, 2014 at 9:09 am

        Thanks so much Aggie!! Me too!! I’m putting za’atar on everything!

        Reply
    3. kita says

      March 19, 2014 at 8:25 pm

      there is a puppy on tv for some puppy food. Every single time I see it I think its Hula. Did you know your lil pup had a side job?

      Nom nom to this hummus!

      Reply
      • Samantha says

        March 20, 2014 at 2:23 pm

        Umm..I need to see this commercial!

        Reply
    4. Vicky says

      March 29, 2014 at 8:44 am

      I love hummus and avocados and can’t belive I haven’t made them together yet : ) Completely agree that shelling the chickpeas is an absolute must for the creamiest hummus. I learned this lesson later on too : ) Another good hummus idea is artichoke lemon hummus – I made this a while ago (posted on my blog) and loved it : )

      Reply
      • Samantha says

        March 29, 2014 at 8:48 am

        Ohhh I am sooo checking yours out!! LOVE artichoke!

        Reply

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