Description
Buffalo Hummus is a bold, spicy twist on classic hummus combining creamy chickpeas with zesty buffalo sauce. Perfect for parties, game day, or any time you crave a flavorful snack or dip. Easy to make with pantry staples, it offers versatile snacking options and customizable heat levels.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Blue cheese crumbles
- Drizzle of olive oil
- Freshly chopped herbs (e.g., chives or parsley)
Instructions
- Gather and prep ingredients: Drain and rinse canned chickpeas to remove any excess salt or canning liquid. Chop the garlic and prepare buffalo sauce, tahini, and lemon juice so everything is ready to blend smoothly.
- Blend the base: In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth and creamy, stopping periodically to scrape down the sides for even mixing.
- Add the buffalo sauce: Pour in buffalo sauce gradually, pulsing the processor until fully incorporated and hummus reaches desired spice and color.
- Season and adjust: Taste and add salt, pepper, or more lemon juice as needed to balance flavors. If too thick, add a little water or olive oil to loosen.
- Serve and garnish: Transfer hummus to a bowl and top with blue cheese crumbles, a drizzle of olive oil, or fresh herbs. Serve immediately or chill for an hour to let flavors meld.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best bright acidity.
- Choose your favorite buffalo sauce to control spice and tang.
- Avoid over-blending to keep a creamy yet thick texture.
- Let the hummus rest chilled for at least 30 minutes for flavor development.
- Experiment with garnishes like celery, paprika, or fresh herbs for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (about 60g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg