A collection of innovative hummus recipes, including an Italian Artichoke Hummus.
I suppose I should be flattered. My husband likes to spring dinner guests on me last minute. If I’m lucky, I get 36 hours notice. I suppose he has seen me pull it off before effortlessly. Of course, he’s usually at work and doesn’t see me frantically running around the house cleaning up and cooking and unpacking the groceries. He does get an earful of complaints from me, or as he tends to hear it, “Blah! Blah! Blah!”
Luckily, I usually wipe my scowl off right before my guests arrive, pleased that I did pull it off. Again. But don’t be surprised if you find a hummus dip greeting you when you walk in.
I love making hummus, of all varieties. More importantly, it’s just super easy to whip together. I’ve varied the beans (garbanzo, navy, black) and I’ve added extra ingredients, too (sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, pumpkin). They all turn out great.
This particular recipe is for Italian Artichoke Hummus. I puréed the artichoke hearts with the garbanzo beans and tahini. I ended up with a fluffy (yes FLUFFY) hummus that was amazing. Seasoned with lemon juice and your all-purpose Italian Seasoning and my appetizer was ready.
And your guests won’t realize that you didn’t stress over the hors d’oeuvres.
Italian Artichoke Hummus
Laura Bashar | Family Spice
This fluffy and airy hummus is great for any occasion!
14ozartichoke heartscanned, quartered & drained of liquid
⅓cuplemon juice
⅓cuptahini
2garlic cloves
2tablespoonextra virgin olive oil
1 ¼teaspoonitalian seasoning
½teaspoonsalt
¼teaspoonblack pepperground
2tablespoonartichoke heartscanned, chopped
2tablespoonkalamata oliveschopped
1teaspoonextra virgin olive oil
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Instructions
Purée garbanzo beans, artichoke hearts, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper in a food processor until smooth.
Spread hummus into a shallow serving bowl and garnish with additional artichoke hearts, kalamata olives, olive oil and Italian seasoning.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Serving Suggestions: Serve with vegetables, pita bread or your favorite chips.
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14ozartichoke heartscanned, quartered & drained of liquid
⅓cuplemon juice
⅓cuptahini
2garlic cloves
2tablespoonextra virgin olive oil
1 ¼teaspoonitalian seasoning
½teaspoonsalt
¼teaspoonblack pepperground
2tablespoonartichoke heartscanned, chopped
2tablespoonkalamata oliveschopped
1teaspoonextra virgin olive oil
Get Recipe Ingredients
Instructions
Purée garbanzo beans, artichoke hearts, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper in a food processor until smooth.
Spread hummus into a shallow serving bowl and garnish with additional artichoke hearts, kalamata olives, olive oil and Italian seasoning.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Serving Suggestions: Serve with vegetables, pita bread or your favorite chips.
Tried this recipe? Pin it for Later!Be sure to tag @FamilySpice
Nutrition Disclaimer
Nutritional information is an estimate provided to you as a courtesy. You should calculate the actual nutritional information with the products and brands you are using with your preferred nutritional calculator.
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Hi, I’m Laura, a certified professional cook and cookbook author living in San Diego. I have been sharing my family’s favorite recipes inspired from all over the world since 2008. Let’s cook up something fun!
Yes! I have been wanting to make hummus (I have never made it before). This is perfect to give me a few starting ideas. Thanks for sharing!
Merut
13 years ago
I am in love with your hummus! Artichoke hummus would hit the spot right now. My man always springs things on me at the last minute – usually involving a potluck at work the next day. Ick. At least you can pull it off!
Spicie Foodie
14 years ago
Yes you should be flattered. All of your dishes looks so scrumptious that I can see why your husband wants to show you off like that. Everything looks amazing!
Yes! I have been wanting to make hummus (I have never made it before). This is perfect to give me a few starting ideas. Thanks for sharing!
I am in love with your hummus! Artichoke hummus would hit the spot right now. My man always springs things on me at the last minute – usually involving a potluck at work the next day. Ick. At least you can pull it off!
Yes you should be flattered. All of your dishes looks so scrumptious that I can see why your husband wants to show you off like that. Everything looks amazing!