Easy Creamy Protein Hummus

Creamy homemade protein hummus is a quick and nutritious snack. Made with just a few simple and healthy ingredients, it’s a perfect snack for meal prep or the afternoon munchies. It’s well balanced and has a little extra protein content, healthy fats and a great source of carbs. I love that it’s not only delicious but will leave your body feeling good and satiated.

I’ve always loved hummus and love finding new ways to enjoy it. Whether it’s my layered hummus dip or delectable hummus chicken, I usually always have a tub of it stocked in my fridge. Every now and then though, it’s nice to make my own batch. This healthy snack is a great dip or spread and can be used so many ways! The options are almost endless, so let me show you how to make this high protein hummus.

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• Why this recipe works
• Protein Hummus Ingredients
• So easy to make!
• Easy Creamy Protein Hummus

Why this recipe works

First, let’s talk about why this easy hummus recipe is so great, and why you might want to make your own hummus whenever you have some extra time.

• Healthy and nutritious – this snack is a complete protein, has a high fiber content and is packed with essential amino acids. It’s also suitable for a wide range of lifestyle options. From those following vegetarian diets to those counting their macros.
• Highly customizable – add in fresh herbs, roasted red peppers, cayenne or loads of garlic to switch up the flavor. This simple base gives you fantastic starting point to create tons of different flavorful hummus recipes.
• So quick and easy! Literally just dump everything in a high-speed blender or food processor and you’ve got an easy snack! You may forever be on team homemade hummus and never buy store-bought hummus again.

Protein Hummus Ingredients

This recipe is very similar to traditional hummus recipes, but it has a couple of added ingredients to add a bit more protein.

• 1 can of chickpeas (also called garbanzo beans) – This is the foundational ingredient for every hummus recipe! Make sure they are drained and rinsed.
• ½ cup of Greek yogurt – feel free to use either fat free or lowfat, either one will work. This is what gives the hummus an extra 12 g protein.
• ¼ cup olive oil – may adjust quantity as needed to achieve desired consistency, but I liked this ratio.
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice – this should be the juice from 1 nice juicy lemon. Hummus without lemon juice just doesn’t have the same zest or flavor, so make sure not to skip this crucial ingredient! If you don’t have access to fresh lemons, feel free to use a good quality bottled lemon juice.
• 2 tbsp hemp seeds – this adds a bit more nuttiness but also a few extra grams of protein.
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds or tahini. Tahini is simply ground sesame seeds, and has the same consistency of peanut butter. I don’t always have tahini on hand though, so I used sesame seeds instead and it worked great!
• 1 tsp garlic powder or 2-3 fresh garlic cloves
• ½ tsp cumin – this is optional but I do love the very subtle flavor it lends
• ½-1 tbsp sea salt or kosher salt – best to start out conservatively and add more salt to taste

So easy to make!

You don’t have to overthink this and can simply add all the ingredients to a blender or food processor and set it to go. But I have found that adjusting the order in which I add my ingredients does make for an easier to blend hummus. So I typically start with lemon juice and the hemp and sesame seeds, give them a good blend, then add in the remaining ingredients. Having a more liquidy base before adding in the beans makes it blend easier.

After adding in all the ingredients, you will want to pulse then scrape sides a couple of times to make sure everything is well incorporated. Add in more olive oil or a little bit of water if the protein hummus is still a bit on the drier side. Start with1 tbsp at a time. Adding in a bit more liquid will help achieve a really smooth and delicious dip.

The amounts called for in this recipe will create a rather smooth and creamy hummus, which I love! It has the best flavor that is subtle yet distinctive. Note that if you wish to add even more protein, you can add a small scoop of unflavored protein powder. This may change the consistency though, so adjust water accordingly.

Store the dip in a airtight container for up to 10 days in the fridge.

Making different flavor varieties of hummus

• Add in your favorite hot sauce, cayenne pepper or fresh jalapenos to make a spicy hummus!
• For a red pepper hummus, add in 2-3 strips of jarred red peppers to the blender.
• For a creamy pesto hummus, add in a handful of fresh basil and sub out the sesame seeds for pine nuts.

The main thing to watch for when adding ingredients is to check for consistency. If adding drier ingredients, you will likely have to add a bit more liquid. I suggest adjusting how much water you add so that the flavor isn’t affected.

Other great ways to incorporate protein hummus

Hummus isn’t just for dipping! Here are a few more ways to enjoy this nutritious health food.

• Smear on a rice cake, top with deli turkey and a bit of sauerkraut. A delicious healthy snack that is loaded with probiotics for good gut health.
• Add a large dollop to your favorite salad. I love it in a Greek style salad, along with kalamata olives, grilled chicken and feta cheese.
• Spread all over chicken breasts and bake. It creates a light crust and infuses the chicken with flavor and moisture.
• Smear on a low carb tortilla and add your favorite wrap ingredients for a balanced lunch that won’t spike blood sugar levels.

Classic hummus is a popular dip for a reason! It’s delicious, healthy and nutritious, and easy and affordable to make. I especially appreciate how adaptable it is to flavor adjustments, and hope you will love this healthy twist on a long time classic.

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