Description
This Sweet Potato Hummus with Pita Chips is a vibrant and healthy appetizer that combines roasted sweet potatoes with classic hummus ingredients for a creamy, flavorful dip. Paired with homemade crispy pita chips, it’s perfect for snacking or entertaining and suits vegan and gluten-free diets when using appropriate pita or vegetable alternatives.
Ingredients
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For the Sweet Potato Hummus
- 1 medium sweet potato (about 8 ounces), peeled and cubed
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2–3 tablespoons water (as needed for texture)
For the Pita Chips
- 4 pita breads, cut into triangles
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Roast the Sweet Potato: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the cubed sweet potato on a baking sheet, drizzle with a little olive oil, and roast for 20–25 minutes or until tender. Let cool slightly.
- Prepare the Hummus: In a food processor, combine the roasted sweet potato, chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt. Process until smooth, adding water one tablespoon at a time until the hummus reaches your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Make the Pita Chips: Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the pita triangles on a baking sheet. Brush each piece lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Serve the warm pita chips alongside the sweet potato hummus. Optionally, drizzle a little olive oil and sprinkle extra smoked paprika over the hummus before serving for added flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute the pita chips with vegetable sticks, such as carrots or cucumber, for a lighter, gluten-free option.
- The hummus keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days when stored in an airtight container.
- Adding a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of smoked paprika right before serving enhances the flavor and presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
