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Home » Healthy Recipes » Healthy Snack Recipes » Easy Green Hummus Recipe (Green Goddess Hummus) Gluten-Free & Vegan

Easy Green Hummus Recipe (Green Goddess Hummus) Gluten-Free & Vegan

03/10/2018 by fitasamamabear

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A vibrant twist on a classic dip. This green chickpea hummus is packed with zesty, garlic flavor. Made in just a few minutes this vegan hummus recipe makes the perfect veggie dip or the base of any wrap.

Green chickpea hummus in a glass bowl with parsley on top and carrots, red pepper and celery around it. this …

Most recipes use green chickpeas for their color. Green chickpeas are just chickpeas that have been harvested earlier than the traditional ones we're used to.

This recipe though uses veggies to get its color.

A great way to sneak some of that extra kale in your fridge into your diet! This green chickpea hummus is deliciously snackable and full of fiber.

It's made in just five minutes making it the perfect throw-together snack and works on everything from sandwiches to bowls.

If you're looking to add a bit more freshness to your diet, this easy hummus recipe is for you!

As a Certified Nutrition Coach, I personally love that it's an easy way to sneak more veggies into your diet (learn how to prep kale so you'll actually eat it).

Ingredients You Need

Tahini: sesame seed paste gives a unique flavor to the hummus while also helping give it a silky texture.

Lemon juice: this will help give a zesty flavor to the hummus recipe and keep it fresh longer.

Garlic: freshly minced garlic will have the best flavor but garlic powder would work too.

Seasonings: you'll need some cumin, sea salt, onion powder, and chives.

Chickpeas: make sure the chickpeas are either from a can (rinsed) or cooked fully.

Kale: this is what amps up the nutrient in the hummus.

Olive oil: any neutral oil will work here but we use extra virgin olive oil the most.

Lemon juice in a blender
Chickpeas on top of kale in a blender
Green hummus in a blender with a tamper

How To Make It

  1. In a powerful blender, add the garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, onion powder, cumin, and salt.
  2. Blend until combined.
  3. Add in the kale, chives, and chickpeas.
  4. Begin to blend on low. Use a tamper as needed.
  5. Add the water to help blend completely.
  6. Blend until everything is combined.

Important Teaching Tips

This green hummus is thick. If you want to thin or smooth it out, add a tablespoon more of oil.

The recipe uses regular garbanzo beans (chickpeas) and gets its color from the kale. If you have access to green chickpeas though, use them!

Though this recipe uses kale, there's nothing to say you can't switch up the greens. Spinach, basil, or fresh parsley work too.

However, because kale is so dense, switching the veggie may change the texture a bit too.

You can store the green goddess hummus in an airtight container for about a week.

Both canned or fresh chickpeas will work for the hummus. However, if using raw, make sure to soak and cook them fully first.

The recipe makes a pretty big batch (1.5 cups).

What To Use Green Hummus For

Though fresh green chickpea hummus is commonly known as a veggie dip, you can use it for just about anything.

A few of our favorites are:

  • the base in a healthy wrap
  • on top of a Buddha Bowl in place of dressing
  • the spread on a tasty, crunchy, sprout & veggie sandwich

Considering this, don't limit the hummus to only dipping (same goes for this tasty dill aioli!). Get creative and enjoy its zesty flavor!

This hummus works so well as a game day app especially served with something like easy bacon wrapped air fryer jalapenos.

Green chickpea hummus in a glass bowl with parsley on top and carrots, red pepper and celery around it.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Green Chickpea Hummus

Why is lemon juice in hummus?

Not only does lemon add a burst of zesty flavor but it also acts as a natural preservative to keep the hummus fresh longer.

What is green hummus made of?

Green hummus can use a base of regular or green chickpeas. It normally gets its color though from adding in fresh vegetables and herbs like cilantro, kale, or parsley.

Other Easy Recipes You'll Love

  • Quinoa and veggie wrap
  • Salt and vinegar roasted chickpeas
  • Chickpea and quinoa salad
Green chickpea hummus in a glass bowl with parsley on top and carrots, red pepper and celery around it.

Easy Green Goddess Hummus

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Made in just a few minutes this vegan hummus recipe makes the perfect veggie dip or the base of any wrap.
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Prep Time 7 minutes mins
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Total Time 7 minutes mins
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • High powered blender

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup tahini
  • 2 clove garlic
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 cups packed kale
  • 1.75 cups cooked chickpeas
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon chives

Instructions
 

  • In a powerful blender or a food processor, add the garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, onion powder, cumin and salt.
  • Blend until combined.
  • Add in the kale, chives and chickpeas.
  • Begin to blend on low. If using a blender, you will need a tamper to keep it going.
  • Add the water to help blend completely.
  • Blend until everything is combined.

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Notes

This green chickpea hummus is thick. If you want to thin or smooth it out, add a tablespoon more of oil.
Though this recipe uses kale, there's nothing to say you can't switch up the greens. Spinach, basil, or fresh parsley work too.
However, because kale is so dense, switching the veggie may change the texture a bit too.
You can store the green goddess hummus in an airtight container for about a week.
Both canned or raw chickpeas will work for the hummus. However, if using raw, make sure to soak and cook them fully first.
Makes 1.5 cups of hummus. The serving size is ¼ cup.
Disclaimer:

Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 7gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 247mgPotassium: 254mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1722IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 97mgIron: 2mg
Keyword hummus, kale
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Shelby aka Mama Bear

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Meet Shelby – a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Certified Nutrition Coach (PN1) who has spent the last 10 years teaching women how to show up for their goals.

A previous smoker and fast-food junkie turned into a super fit mom of 3, her website, Fitasamamabear.com is a crucial resource for busy moms who need help making fitness and healthy living practical.

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Comments

  1. Deborah @ Confessions of mother runner

    March 12, 2018 at 11:59 am

    Great way to get some kale into your kids' diets! Would love to have you join our meatless Monday linkup today. Check out the details on my page

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      March 12, 2018 at 1:59 pm

      I LOVE sneaking in veggies! It makes life fun haha I'll check out the link up- I've never done one!

      Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      March 12, 2018 at 2:00 pm

      Yes! I LOVE sneaking veggies in haha it makes it fun 😀 I'll check out the link up- I've never done one before!

      Reply
  2. Annmarie

    March 12, 2018 at 12:33 pm

    I have been loving me some hummus lately - love this recipe, looks so festive and delicious 🙂

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      March 12, 2018 at 2:00 pm

      Hummus is perfect because you can just keep dipping and it's all healthy!! I'm a muncher so I love it

      Reply

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