Description
Buffalo Hummus is a spicy, creamy dip that combines the classic smooth texture of chickpea hummus with the fiery tang of buffalo sauce. Perfect for snacking, party platters, or adding a bold twist to sandwiches and wraps, this easy-to-make recipe is healthy, protein-packed, and customizable to your preferred heat level.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed (reserve a few for garnish)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 3 tablespoons buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Ingredients
- Pinch of celery salt or cayenne pepper (for extra heat and flavor)
- Spoonful of Greek yogurt or vegan yogurt (for extra creaminess)
- Ranch seasoning or dressing (for a spicy ranch twist)
- Chopped celery, smoked paprika, fresh parsley, diced scallions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Chickpeas: Drain and rinse a can of chickpeas thoroughly to remove excess salt and liquid, then set aside a few whole chickpeas for garnish or texture if desired.
- Combine Ingredients in a Food Processor: Add the chickpeas, tahini, buffalo sauce, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper into your food processor. Blend until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed for an even consistency.
- Adjust Seasoning and Spice: Taste your Buffalo Hummus and add more buffalo sauce for heat, lemon juice for brightness, or salt and pepper to balance the flavors perfectly.
- Final Touches and Garnish: Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with a little olive oil, and sprinkle with your reserved chickpeas, chopped celery, or a sprinkle of paprika for extra color and crunch.
Notes
- Use a quality buffalo sauce with the best balance of heat and tang for optimal flavor.
- For an ultra-creamy hummus, peel the skins off the chickpeas before blending or soak them in baking soda before cooking.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld and improve texture.
- Customize the heat level by adding buffalo sauce gradually and tasting as you go.
- Serve with fresh vegetables like celery and carrot sticks or with pita bread, tortilla chips, or pretzels.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: buffalo hummus, spicy hummus, party dip, healthy snack, vegan appetizer, buffalo sauce hummus
