I've been making this artichoke hummus recipe for years! It takes different than your average hummus and takes about 10 minutes to make.
Afternoons were always the worst time of day. In the past, noshing turned from a healthy snack into about four handfuls worth of calories that could be considered a full blown meal. Cheese and crackers, then a few more cheese and crackers, maybe a cookie, then bites of the previous night's leftover dinner. My goodness, that had to stop! When I began my health and weight loss journey, the afternoon snacks were the first thing I tackled. Small portions of dips such as artichoke hummus, full of dietary fiber and healthy protein, paired with vegetables or whole-grain crackers are what I need to keep me satisfied until dinner.
This hummus isn't just about the artichokes and chickpeas. Toasted hazelnuts and fresh mint lend layers of flavor that make this dip something special. Besides dipping in vegetables at snack time, I also use this hummus as a spread on sandwiches. Roll it up in a whole wheat tortilla, along with strips of red bell pepper and a handful of spinach, or layer it on whole wheat toast with some cooked turkey breast and cucumber slices.
The recipe:
Place the toasted chopped hazelnuts in a heavy-duty blender or the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until the hazelnuts are finely chopped.
To the blender, add quartered artichoke hearts, artichoke water (from the can), garbanzo beans, garlic and Parmesan cheese. Blend until artichokes and garbanzo beans are finely chopped, scraping down the sides as needed.
With the motor running, slowly pour in olive oil. Blend until smooth.
Transfer the dip to a medium-sized bowl, and stir in parsley and mint.
Serve with crackers and fresh raw vegetables.
Other healthy dips:
Cookin' Canuck's Edamame Dip with Smoked Paprika & Garlic
Cookin' Canuck's Spicy Black Bean Dip with Roasted Red & Chipotle Peppers
Two Peas and Their Pod's Creamy Avocado Yogurt Dip
Family Fresh Cooking's Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus with Crispy Chips
eCurry's Roasted Tomato & Lentil Dip
Artichoke Hummus Dip with Hazelnuts & Garbanzo Beans
Ingredients
- ¼ cup chopped hazelnuts lightly toasted
- 1 14 ounce can artichoke hearts, packed in water (water reserved), quartered
- 3 tablespoons artichoke water from the can
- 1 16 ounce can garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons minced Italian parsley
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Place the hazelnuts in a heavy-duty blender or the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until the hazelnuts are finely chopped.
- To the blender, add artichoke hearts, artichoke water (from the can), garbanzo beans, garlic and Parmesan cheese. Blend until artichokes and garbanzo beans are finely chopped, scraping down the sides as needed.
- With the motor running, slowly pour in olive oil. Blend until smooth.
- Transfer the dip to a medium-sized bowl, and stir in parsley and mint. Serve with crackers and fresh raw vegetables.
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Angie
What a great flavor combination! I would never have thought of that.
Gerry @ Foodness Gracious
I love my hummus but never had artichoke. Fantastic photos also..
Thanks,
Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen
Love these flavors! This is the perfect healthy snack food.
Deborah
Love this! I've never had these flavors combined, but I'm guessing that it would quickly become a favorite!
Asmita
This looks and sounds so delicious! I love all the fresh herbs you have added. Lovely!
claudia lamascolo
This one is my favorite how did you know! I love artichoke hummus now I can make it myself thanks!
lint
This looks so delicious. I will definitely start following you, this is amazing.
Living The Sweet Life
The mint in this dip, must take it over the moon - - it sounds so fresh and yummy!!
Rachel Cooks (formerly Not Rachael Ray)
This looks so delicious--and what kind of crackers are those? They look super tasty.
Karen
Looked good so I copied this along with the Spicy Black Bean dip... thanks
Tracy
Looks delicious, Dara! A perfect afternoon snack!
SeattleDee
Mmmmmmmm, the hummus sounds d'lish. Will you share some terrific cracker recipes to go with it?
Erika - In Erika's Kitchen
You've got me craving this in a big way - guess it's going on my weekend to-do list. Delicious!
Miss @ Miss in the Kitchen
I haven't tried hummus in a very long time, I am pretty sure this is one I would love!
Beverly
I love the sound of that dip! Also, I love those crackers-- just bought some yesterday:-)
Megan {Country Cleaver}
I never would have thought to add mint and hazelnuts to hummus - but my imagination is running wild now!
I'm on that ceaseless snack-wagon now - I'm ready to tackle that beast and jump off. 12 more pounds to go! I can do it! Thanks for the continued inspiration Dara 🙂
kelley
I love a good twist on hummus to keep things fresh! Great idea!!
Paula- bell'alimento
I absolutely love Hummus. This one looks fantastic Dara! xoxo
Maria
Artichoke hummus is my favorite! I will have to try your version next time! Great healthy snack!
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar
I love the look of this dip! Plus I really need to spice up my hummus....a change is in order!