Avocado Hummus.
It’s time to eat some green!
And I can’t think of any better way.
This recipe is pulling double duty because not only can it be a snack for your weekend, it is GREEN so it’s acceptable for Saint Patrick’s Day in a few weeks. Much better than a bottle of green food dyed Banker’s Club vodka, which someone (def not me) might have consumed in college at the big St Patrick’s Day parade downtown (read: all day wild party) and then also saw it one more time before going to bed that night. But no. Definitely not me. I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT THAT IS LIKE.
Avocado guac? I know that.
I’ve been obsessed with the hummus + avocado combo for years. Mostly in the form of spreading hummus on toast and layered avocado slices on next, all finished off with a heavy handed sprinkle of truffle salt or crushed red pepper or goat cheese or something equally as fantastic.
I’ve seen lots of avocado hummus recipes over the years and have been skeptical of their guac-o-hummus possibilities. Sure, I obviously freak over guacamole and I seriously die over hummus, but I don’t want the two of them mixed. I’d love two bowls separately with a crunchy mix of tortilla and pita chips right in front of my face, but nooooo mixing please.
SO! I made a version of my favorite traditional hummus (the ice water trick is from ottolenghi’s jerusalum – amazing book) and added two whole avocados. It is the PERFECT combo for my palette. Plus, the topping is everything. Such is life.
I’ve never been happier.
Avocado Hummus
Ingredients
- 3 ripe avocados
- 2 25-ounce cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/3 cup tahini paste
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 lemon juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 4 to 5 tablespoons ice water
- pita bread or chips for serving
for topping
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs parsley, oregano, basil, cilantro, etc – your faves!
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Set aside 1/3 cup of the chickpeas to use for the topping on the hummus. Toss them with the olive oil, chopped fresh herbs and crushed red pepper.
- In your food processor, add 2 of the avocados, the chickpeas, tahini, the lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Puree until the chickpeas break down and the mixture starts to come together (it probably won’t be smooth at this point!). Make sure to scrape the sides with a spatula. Drizzle in the ice water. Blend it for a minute or two – just let it go! Once the water is in, the hummus should really start to get smooth – if you need a little more water, add it 1 tablespoon at a time.
- Slice the remaining avocado and place it on top of the hummus. Add a pinch of salt and pepper. Place the chickpeas on top and if desired, drizzle with extra olive oil. Serve immediately with pita chips or bread.
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44 Comments on “Avocado Hummus.”
Ohhh my this avocado hummus looks so tasty!
thank you!!
OMG, this is totally happening this weekend. I’ve been wanting to make avocado hummus for awhile now – you’ve inspired me to finally make it happen!
thanks molly! :)
What a beautiful shade of spring green! Love this idea!!
thanks becky!! xoxo
I’m a big fan of that ice water trick, and pretty much everything in the Ottolenghi cookbooks! Thanks for something green, too. I’m ready for a month-long St. Patty’s celebration.
i could not agree more!! the ice water was a game changer for me. for years i added in tons of olive oil trying to get it smooth. like changing!
LOVE hummus. My three year old son basically lives off of it. However, I can’t seem to find a good olive oil to use. What are your fav brands/kinds to use to cooking or for straight dipping purposes?! HAAAAALP!!
Olio Santo from Williams Sonoma.
Do you like to peel off the papery skins of the chickpeas after you rinse them ? I’ve always been too lazy!
I have done that before and it does definitely make a difference! But no, I am also lazy (haha) and it’s just so time consuming! I find that the ice water reeeeeally helps smooth it out – almost like if you peel them!
Awesome, I can’t wait to try this trick! Thanks for replying!
I’m in love with the pale green color of this! So pretty. I’ve never heard of that ice water trick.. I’m always making hummus of some kind or another….must try!
This hummus looks entirely fabulous!!!! I have to make it!
Ooh! I want this in my life!!
Beautiful photos! AND sounds delightful!
Oh man! I’m sure I have a story from college about a green beverage, but I can’t remember. Now a days it’s green tea. I want all of this hummus on some crusty bread. Maybe with an egg. Does it keep well with the avocado in it? How many days would you say?
This comes exactly at the time I have some avocados to use up in my fridge… what a coincidence ;)
I think we all know what I am having for lunch next week!
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I’m totally with you Jessica… Sometimes when I a recipe, I think .. why? But then I try it and am like, okay, now I get it. As with hummus. I find there are SO many variations and there’s not one I’ve tried that I didn’t like. Even avocado hummus… so rich and creamy with a gorgeous green color – and beautifully styled! I’m in awe! I’ll be checkin’ that ice water bath trick – thank you my dear!
How have I never thought of how good avocado and hummus will be together? No, really, how? This sounds amazing. I’m going to try it, but I think I’ll toast the chickpeas that you’re using as a topping. Gives a little crunch :)
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Hello dinner! These look amazing!
this looks perfectly creamy! I love the idea of adding avocado. Such a smart move!
This looks amazing! I totally need to make this today!
Paige
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I love how bright and springy your photos and recipes have been lately! I’m excited for spring to come and stick around for awhile!
Oh wow – this look so good!
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I’m going to try this tonight! looks awesome!
I have everything to make this in my kitchen. This is happening NOW!
So, not to toot my own horn, but I have a pretty solid hummus recipe I never, ever stray from…until now. My next batch of hummus HAS to be this one!
You had me at avocado.
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yum!!! i LOVE both of these things and have tried HOPE brand spicy avocado hummus but now it looks like i’ll be trying to make it myself! thanks for the recipe!
Can this be made the night before for serving? Or would it not last well in the fridge overnight?
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This is on my list. We make a lot of hummus
Thanks
Hey Jessica, I just need to add my twist of Mexican into your recipe…I spooned in a couple of teaspoons of chipotle into the mixture, it also changed the color of the hummus and gave it a wonderful smoky flavor…not to mention the added spice :)
This looks divine! Thanks for the recipe!
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Is there such thing as a 25 oz can of chickpeas or did you mean 15? 🤔
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