By Shireen Jamooji
November 11, 2023
True hummus is always made of chickpeas, but you can achieve a similar texture with other ingredients too. Purists may deny that these creations count as hummus, but as long as they taste delicious, does it really matter? Here are 8 hummus alternatives you can sample.
Replace chickpeas with cooked red or green lentils for a creamy, protein-rich alternative.
Blend black beans with tahini, garlic, and lemon for a hearty, earthy-flavoured hummus.
Use edamame beans for a vibrant green hummus with a mild, slightly nutty taste.
Creamy white beans like cannellini or black eyes peas make a milder, buttery hummus.
Combine ripe avocados with tahini for a velvety hummus that's rich and creamy.
Roasted or boiled carrots add a natural sweetness to hummus, making it vibrant and healthy.
Roasted beets create a striking pink hummus with earthy undertones and a touch of sweetness.
Grated or sautéed zucchini blended with tahini gives a fresh, light hummus with a unique twist.