This Roasted Sweet Potato Harissa Hummus is jam packed with bold, savory, smoky, sweet and spicy flavors.  This sweet potato hummus is creamy-dreamy, highly addictive and the perfect healthy appetizer or snack for fall!

Hi-ya friends!

Soooo, you know how a few weeks ago I was saying that you won’t find ANY fall recipes on this site until AFTER the official first day of fall (on September 22^nd)?

Well, clearly I lied.

Sorry, not sorry?

If you were here on Monday and checked out my FIRST EVER recipe video for apple pie granola, you are already aware of the fun fact that I did not uphold the hasty oath I made a little while back.

BUT, I have a good reason for going back on my word.  You see, it seemed like everyone and their mother was posting fall recipes weeks and WEEKS ago, and I simply felt like I was missing out.

Essentially, FOMO set in.  BIG time.

So I said the heck with it and gave in to fall flavored food.

Just case you want to write me off for life as a prevaricator (<– word of the day), I’m offering up one of my favorite snacks as a bribe to stay in your good graces.

HUMMUS!

YAAASSSSS! 🙌

Roasted Sweet Potato Harissa Hummus

AKA Sweet n’ Spicy Hummus

Super creamy, smoky, mildly spicy, slightly sweet, earthy hummus with delicious undertones of fragrant caramelized sweet potatoes, fiery harissa and nutty tahini.  Lovingly topped with salty, crunchy pumpkin seeds, fresh parsley, piquant crushed red pepper flakes and aromatic za’atar.

Basically it’s autumn in glorious dip form!

It’s fragrant.

It’s spicy.

It’s sweet.

And it’s guaranteed to be your creamy-dreamy go-to dip for ALL fall occasions!

Snack time ✔️

Game day ✔️

Holiday entertaining ✔️

Shoot, I’d eat sweet potato hummus this with a shovel for dinner and call it a day! (<– Oh don’t gimme that look.  Make this and I pinky-promise you will be wanting to make a meal outta this too!)

What is sweet potato hummus?

Sweet potato hummus is a delicious and extra nutritious twist on traditional hummus.  Basically, it’s classic hummus with the addition of nutrient dense sweet potatoes!

Blending sweet potatoes into hummus doesn’t just add nutritional value, such as beta carotene, it also adds a splendid sweetness as well as a gorgeous orange glow to traditional hummus!

Notes, Tips & Tricks for the best Roasted Sweet Potato Harissa Hummus recipe:

1. The recipe calls for a heaping 1 ½ cups of diced sweet potatoes, which is approximately 1 small sweet potato.  Don’t feel like you have to be exact with the measurement here!  If you use a little bit more, or less, diced sweet potato, that is fine!  Just be prepared to scale the amount of cold water, up or down accordingly, in the hummus.
2. The sweet potato hummus recipe below calls for 1 ½ tablespoon Harissa, which can be found in the ethnic isle of most grocery stores.  If you aren’t a fan of spicy food, I would scale the harissa back to a scant tablespoon, but do not leave it out entirely!
3. For ease and convenience the recipe below uses canned chickpeas.  However, if you want to save money, and have a fresher, creamier tasting hummus, I highly recommend cooking your own dried chickpeas!  The entire process is SUPER simple and can be done in the slow cooker.  I included instructions in the notes section of the recipe below.
4. The consistency of your hummus completely relies on personal taste.  I used about ½ cup of ICE COLD water in mine.  For a thinner consistency, use more water; for a thicker consistency, use less water.  Just make sure you are streaming in the water one tablespoon at a time, WITH the motor running.  Also, make sure your water is ICE COLD, as it gives the hummus a fluffier mouth feel.
5. If you aren’t a fan of chickpeas, you can absolutely substitute an equal amount of cooked white beans for the chickpeas!
6. The hummus can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Creamy, dreamy and rockin’ all the sweet n’ spicy vibes, this Roasted Sweet Potato Harissa Hummus is a party for the taste buds!

Until next time, friends, cheers – to fall flavored food.

XOXO

Cheyanne

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How to make Sweet Potato Harissa Hummus👇

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Roasted Sweet Potato Harissa Hummus

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

35 mins

Total Time

45 mins

 

This Roasted Sweet Potato Harissa Hummus is jam packed with bold, savory, smoky, sweet and spicy flavors.  It's creamy-dreamy and the perfect appetizer or snack for fall!

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American, Fusion, Mediterranean, North African

Keyword: harissa, honey, hummus, pepitas, pomegranate molasses, pumpkin seeds, roasted, sweet potato, tahini

Servings: 8

Calories: 99 kcal

Author: Cheyanne Holzworth

Ingredients

• 1 ½ Cups Sweet Potato – peeled and large dice (about 1 small sweet potato)
• 2 cloves Garlic – peeled and smashed
• 1 Cup Cooked Chickpeas *
• ¼ Cup Tahini
• 1 1/2 TBS Harissa Paste * or more to taste
• 1 ½ TBS Pomegranate Molasses
• ½ Lemon – juiced (about 2 tablespoons)
• Olive Oil
• Kosher Salt
• Ice Cold Water as needed

Optional Garnishes and Serving Options: Za’atar, Fresh Parsley, Pepitas (pumpkin seeds), Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, Olive Oil, Naan Bread, Pita Chips, Vegetables

Instructions

1. Place a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees F.
2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy clean up. Add sweet potato and garlic. Drizzle with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
3. Transfer to the oven and roast, tossing halfway through, until sweet potato is tender and lightly browned, about 35 minutes. Remove from oven, set aside and allow to cool slightly.
4. Transfer potatoes and garlic to a food processor and add in the cooked chickpeas. Process until crumbled, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as necessary. Add in the tahini, harissa, molasses, lemon juice and ¾ teaspoon salt. Process again to incorporate.
5. With the motor running, gradually add in ¼ cup cold water. Process until hummus is silky smooth, adding more water, 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is achieved. Taste and adjust for seasoning with salt and pepper.
6. Transfer to a serving bowl and top with optional garnishes if using. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

1.       The recipe calls for a heaping 1 ½ cups of diced sweet potatoes, which is approximately 1 small sweet potato.  Don’t feel like you have to be exact with the measurement here!  If you use a little bit more, or less, diced sweet potato, that is fine!  Just be prepared to scale the amount of cold water, up or down accordingly, in the hummus.

2.       Harissa can be found in the ethnic isle of most grocery stores.  If you aren’t a fan of spicy food, I would scale the harissa back to a scant tablespoon, but do not leave it out entirely!  If you like things really spicy, use 2 tablespoons of harissa.

3.      If you want to save money, and have a fresher, creamier tasting hummus, I highly recommend cooking your own dried chickpeas!  The entire process is SUPER simple and can be done in the slow cooker.  I included instructions below.

4.       The consistency of your hummus completely relies on personal taste.  I used about ½ cup of ICE COLD water in mine.  For a thinner consistency, use more water; for a thicker consistency, use less water.  Just make sure you are streaming in the water one tablespoon at a time, WITH the motor running.  Also, make sure your water is ICE COLD, as it gives the hummus a fluffier mouth feel.

5.       If you aren’t a fan of chickpeas, you can absolutely substitute an equal amount of cooked white beans for the chickpeas!

6.       The hummus can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

 

How To Cook Chickpeas in the Slow Cooker:

Note: heaping 1/3 cup dried chickpeas = 1 cup cooked chickpeas.

1. Cook the chickpeas (DO NOT SOAK): Place the dried chickpeas in a slow cooker. Add 32 ounces of water (or vegetable stock), ½ onion, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Cover slow cooker and cook on high for 3 hours, or until tender.

2. Drain and discard onion.

3. Transfer the cooked chickpeas to a large clean kitchen towel or paper towels, and dry, massaging the chickpeas gently to remove their skin.

Nutrition Facts

Roasted Sweet Potato Harissa Hummus

Amount Per Serving

Calories 99 Calories from Fat 36

% Daily Value*

Fat 4g6%

Sodium 112mg5%

Potassium 167mg5%

Carbohydrates 13g4%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 3g3%

Protein 2g4%

Vitamin A 3555IU71%

Vitamin C 5.2mg6%

Calcium 28mg3%

Iron 0.8mg4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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