What can be used instead of tahini in hummus?

If you feel adventurous, try replacing the tahini with an equal amount of peanut butter, sunflower seed butter, Greek yogurt, chopped roasted peppers, pitted olives, roasted beets, steamed sweet potato, avocado, or thawed frozen peas, to name just a few possibilities.

What to add to plain hummus to make it taste better?

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  1. Add salt, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, and cayenne to taste.
  2. Mix in another tablespoons of tahini.
  3. Fold in Greek yogurt.
  4. Stir in puréed or mashed roasted garlic.
  5. Add coarsely-mashed chickpeas.
  6. Toast za’atar and nuts in oil, then pour over top.
  7. Drizzle over herb oil.

Does hummus need tahini?

Does hummus need tahini? You bet! In fact, tahini is one of hummus’ main ingredients, along with chickpeas and olive oil. That’s why our favorite dip can be so rich and delicious—in hummus, tahini adds smoothness to the texture, as well as a wide variety of vitamins and minerals.

Can you substitute peanut butter for tahini in hummus?

If you don’t have any of the above and you’re trying to make hummus without tahini: you can also use peanut butter. It’s best with natural peanut butter so it’s not too sweet. Substitute half of the tahini for peanut butter and half for olive oil. It’s not perfect, but it does the trick in a bind.

Can I use sesame oil instead of tahini?

When it comes to both marinades and salad dressings, sesame oil can save the day. It comes from the same source as tahini and it has a very similar flavor profile. There’s no paste here, though, so it won’t do the trick when texture is what your recipe needs. But in terms of flavor, sesame oil is a pinch-hitter.

Why does my homemade hummus taste bitter?

Too much tahini, too much garlic, too much lemon juice or blending paprika directly into the hummus can impart bitter flavor. Also, when you blend tahini with olive oil, the oil can react to the heat of the spinning blades and take on a bitter flavor. Stir in olive oil just before serving.

How do you dr up plain hummus?

A simple touch of fresh chopped green onions, chives, parsley, rosemary or dill is another brilliant way to add more flavor to your hummus. Just add the herb of your choice (or use a mix!), drizzle with some olive oil and sprinkle on some sea salt.

Why is my hummus so bitter?

Can I make hummus with almond butter?

Add chickpeas, yogurt, almond butter, lemon juice, garlic, salt and cumin. Pulse until well blended and smooth, scraping down the side of the bowl as needed. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days; serve with pita chips, crackers or crudités for dipping.

Should you put olive oil in hummus?

Olive oil makes the texture of the hummus luxurious. We also add a little drizzle to the top of the swirly hummus when we serve it. I really like using fruity, light flavored olive oils when making hummus. In addition to the ingredients above, you can add more flavor and ingredients to your hummus.