Did you know that hummus is one of the easiest (and cheapest) recipes you can make at home? It’s true, and it only takes a handful of ingredients and only a few minutes of your time.

Hummus is an excellent source of plant-based protein and fiber, making it a healthy diabetic-friendly snack and pairs great with sliced veggies. This dip is a useful trick to lure kids into eating their veggies as well!

Here are three delicious hummus recipes you need to try at home. They recipes are so easy to make, even beginner cooks can whip it up in a jiffy!

#1. Red Pepper Hummus

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

• 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• ¼ cup tahini
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 tsp. cumin
• ½ tsp. Himalayan sea salt
• ¼ tsp. black pepper

Directions:

1. Add all the ingredients to a food processor. Pulse until super smooth. Add a tablespoon of olive oil if needed. Transfer to a bowl.
2. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

(Suggested Serving) 

#2. Pine Nut Hummus

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

• 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained
• ¼ cup pine nuts
• ¼ cup tahini
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• ½ tsp. Himalayan sea salt
• ¼ tsp. black pepper

Directions:

1. Add all the ingredients to a food processor. Pulse until super smooth. Add a tablespoon of olive oil if needed. Transfer to a bowl.
2. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving. Garnish with pine nuts if desired.

(Suggested Serving) 

#3. Sun Dried Tomato & Basil Hummus

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

• 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained
• ¼ cup sundried tomatoes
• 1 handful fresh basil leaves
• ¼ cup tahini
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• ½ tsp. Himalayan sea salt
• ¼ tsp. black pepper

Directions:

1. Add all the ingredients to a food processor. Pulse until super smooth. Add a tablespoon of olive oil if needed. Transfer to a bowl.
2. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving. Garnish with sun-dried tomatoes if desired.

(Suggested Serving)

Give these recipes a go. Get creative and play around with the ingredients to find your favorite hummus flavor.

If you are feeling adventurous, here are some other hummus recipe ideas:

• Beet hummus
• Chipotle spice hummus
• Spinach & feta hummus