Butternut Squash Hummus

60 Minutes

super easy

6 to 8

Butternut Squash Hummus: A Creamy, Flavorful Dip to Brighten Your Week

This Butternut Squash Hummus recipe is the perfect dip to elevate any meal, adding a touch of warmth, flavor, and nourishment. If you don’t know already, dips are a busy cook’s best friend—they offer versatility, convenience, and a unique twist that can transform even the simplest dishes. With a dip like this on hand, you can instantly add excitement to veggies, sandwiches, or grain bowls, making each meal feel new and inspired. Enjoy this recipe as a creamy dip, spread, or topping, and see how it becomes a staple in your weekly routine!

Nutritional Benefits

This Butternut Squash Hummus is packed with ingredients that each bring a unique set of nutrients to the table:

• Chickpeas provide plant-based protein, fiber, and iron, keeping you feeling full and supporting energy levels.

• Butternut Squash is rich in beta-carotene (vitamin A), which supports eye health and immunity, along with fiber to aid digestion.

• Garlic is a powerhouse of antioxidants and has natural anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

• Tahini is made from sesame seeds, providing healthy fats, protein, and minerals like calcium and magnesium, which support bone and muscle health.

• Paprika and Cumin add depth and flavor, while also offering antioxidants and anti-inflammatory benefits.

• Lemon Juice adds a tangy freshness along with vitamin C, supporting immune health and aiding in iron absorption.

 Extra Virgin Olive Oil is rich in monounsaturated fats and polyphenols, known to reduce inflammation and promote heart health.

• Carrots bring vibrant color, fiber, and beta-carotene, complementing the dip beautifully.

• Sunflower and Pumpkin Seeds provide protein, healthy fats, and minerals like zinc and magnesium, which support immunity and relaxation.

Why Dips Make Your Week Easier

Dips like this Butternut Squash Hummus are lifesavers during a busy week. They add variety, flavor, and texture, giving you endless ways to keep meals interesting without extra prep time. Use this hummus as a dip for veggies, spread it on sandwiches, add a dollop to grain bowls, or use it as a base for wraps. By prepping a dip at the start of the week, you’re setting yourself up with a nourishing, versatile addition to countless meals—one that’s ready to go whenever you are.

Beyond convenience, having a delicious dip on hand encourages you to reach for healthier, whole-food snacks and meals. With this Butternut Squash Hummus, you’re choosing to nourish yourself with real ingredients that taste as vibrant as they make you feel. Let this recipe be your reminder of how a single dip can transform your meals, adding excitement and nourishment to every bite.

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Ingredients

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1 15-oz can organic chickpeas, drained and rinsed
½ medium organic butternut squash, roasted
4 cloves garlic, roasted whole
2 Tbsp organic tahini
¼ tsp paprika
¼ tsp cumin
½ tsp salt
1 Tbsp lemon juice
3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup parsley, chopped
To Serve
5 or 6 large organic carrots, peeled, halved and roasted
A light sprinkle of sunflower and pumpkin seeds or your preference
A generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
Paprika for color and a little extra kick, optional

Nutritional Information

226 Calories
10g Total Fat
188mg Sodium
32g Total Carbs
5g Fiber
5g Sugars
6g Protein

Directions

1.

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
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2.

Cut squash in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Coat with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper. Wrap garlic cloves in aluminum foil, drizzle with olive oil and transfer to the baking sheet with the seasoned squash. Bake for 20 - 30 minutes or until squash is tender and can be pierced with a fork.
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Once done, remove squash and garlic from the oven. Lightly season chopped carrots and bake on the same baking tray for 10 - 15 minutes or until brown and tender.
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4.

While carrots are roasting, in a food processor or high speed blender, add in hummus ingredients and blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust according to your preferences.
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Top with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of seeds and a bit more paprika for color. Enjoy immediately with raw or roasted carrots (or other veg) and transfer into an airtight container to keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and enjoy throughout the week as a midday snack or spread to complement any toast, meat, fish, salad or grain bowl. * You can also use any other raw or roasted vegetables if you prefer or have something else on hand.
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