Hummus is the staple of all snacks for good reason: rich in plant-based protein and satiating fibre, it packs a boost of energy that keeps you feeling fuller faster and longer. Double the recipe for a big batch.
Make ahead
Refrigerate for up to 1 week or divide into individual portions and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost before eating.
Flavour swap
Instead of squash, swap for the same amount of roasted red peppers and onions or zucchini and broccoli (roasted broccoli tastes great!). Swap curry for cumin.
Golden Hummus
Ingredients
- 14 oz (400 g) squash, cubed
- 3 garlic cloves, unpeeled
- 1 Tbsp (15 mL) extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) sea salt
- 1 1/2 cups (350 mL) cooked chickpeas or canned, drained, and rinsed
- 3 Tbsp (45 mL) tahini paste
- 1 1/2 tsp (7 mL) ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) sweet smoked paprika
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
- Serving ideas (optional)
- Harissa, to taste
- Carrot and cucumber spears
Nutrition
Per serving:
- calories125
- protein4g
- fat6g
- saturated fat1g
- trans fat0g
- carbohydrates16g
- sugars3g
- fibre3g
- sodium158mg
Directions
01
Toss squash and garlic with oil and salt. Place on baking sheet and roast in preheated 375 F (190 C) oven until squash is very tender, about 20 to 30 minutes.
02
Place squash in food processor. Squeeze out garlic from papery skins and add to squash (discard skins). Whirl until pureu0301ed. Add chickpeas, tahini, cumin, and paprika. Whirl until smooth and evenly mixed. Be sure to occasionally scrape down sides. If hummus is too thick, whirl in 1 to 2 Tbsp (15 to 30 mL) hot water to thin.
03
Turn into bowl and squeeze in juice from lemon. Stir to mix. Taste and season with more salt, if needed.
04
To serve, divide hummus among small Mason jars. Drizzle with harissa, if using, and tuck in carrot and cucumber spears. Seal with a lid and take it to go!
READ THIS NEXT
SEE MORE »
Sweet and Sour Brussels Sprout Tempeh Stir-Fry
This Asian-inspired stir-fry takes full advantage of the crunch Brussels sprouts achieve when they’re heated quickly. The sweet-and-sour sauce delivers a tangy edge, and tempeh offers plant-based protein and a blast of umami. If you want meat in the dish, you can replace tempeh with ground pork. Ready, set, go Stir-frying is a cooking method that thrives on speed. That means you want to have all of your ingredients prepped and ready to go into the pan. That also means no chopping on the fly.
Rutabaga Chard Cakes with Smokey Cashew Cream
Two fall stalwarts—rutabaga and Swiss chard—team up to bring seasonal flavour to these baked savoury cakes. A topping of velvety cashew cream adds a little extra spark. Rutabaga burgers, anyone? You can also prepare these cakes burger-style in a skillet. Simply form rutabaga and chard mixture into burger-sized patties and cook in greased skillet over medium-high, until golden brown on both sides.
Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl with Maple Fall Fruit
If you’re feeling a bit burnt out when it comes to your typical morning repast, consider pivoting to this bowl of nutrition and quintessential fall flavours. It might just be the cozy sweater of the breakfast world. If you need extra energy to power your day, you can scatter on some crunchy granola. The sweet potato mixture can be made a day or two in advance and reheated in the microwave before serving. Pick of the crops For sautéing purposes, you want to use pears that keep their shape when heated. Bosc and Anjou are two good options. Fuji, Cortland, Honeycrisp, and Empire are excellent apple choices for heating in the skillet, as they won’t turn too mushy.
Lentil and Shiitake Mushroom Potato Bake
A plant-based spinoff of shepherd’s pie makes an ideal use for those surplus starches. Flavour-rich shiitake mushrooms and saucy lentils meet creamy potatoes in a protein-filled and satisfying comfort meal packed with nutrition and perfect for any cool-weather dinner. Mash it up Do you have other kinds of leftover mash on hand? Any mash befits the top of this comfort food. Try substituting potatoes with mashed sweet potatoes or yams. For lower carb options, try celeriac or cauliflower mash!