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Published: May 19, 2022 · Modified: Sep 22, 2022 by Barbara Zackey · Leave a Comment

Roasted Carrot Hummus

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This colorful, savory, fluffy hummus is packed with beta-carotene and fiber. Roasted Carrot Hummus will be your go-to spread made with everyday ingredients, an easy appetizer that wows the palate.

This dip goes great with pita chips, bread, spread on a sandwich, or mixed in a vegetable bowl. The whipped aquafaba brings a traditional hummus recipe to an elevated appetizer you can enjoy even on busy weeknights.

If your looking for more hummus recipes, be sure to check out my Whipped Rosemary Hummus and the best gluten-free dipping bread, Gluten-Free & Vegan Focaccia Bread!

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Up close image of hummus to show oil and seeds as toppings. this post

Carrots

How often do you eat carrots? If you're like me, not super often, unless they're the secret ingredient. So if you've been looking for a reason to roast carrots, here ya go! This delicious recipe has been on rotation in my kitchen and has been upping my carrot game. It's also the tastiest vessel for getting more beans in; the soluble fiber from the chickpeas and aquafaba makes this hummus a healthy everyday snack.

Bare hummus before toppings added and crackers on side.

Preparing the hummus

You'll need a high-speed blender or food processor. I use my food processor since I can scrap down the sides and reblend easier.

Three main components:

Chickpeas - are packed with fiber and bring a thick but smooth consistency.

Aquafaba (water from the chickpeas) - this fluffy, whipped ingredient gets the hummus an airy, light, and creamy texture.

Carrots - roasted and seasoned, the carrots carry flavor and bring a bold orange color.

Flavor:

Roasted garlic - key flavor ingredient; roasting the cloves allows the flavor to bloom.

Spices - cumin, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, & salt

Fresh lemon juice 

Additions:

Oil (olive or avocado oil)

Filtered water - add in slowly until desired consistency is reached. For lighter hummus, use more water.

Toppings:

Toasted sesame oil - definitely not an ingredient to leave out; this brings a beautiful flavor

Sesame and poppy seeds - alternatively, pumpkin seeds would be tasty, too!

Final plated hummus with seeds and oil as toppings.

Tips for success

The printable recipe card with full instructions is at the bottom of this page.

⭐ Add the garlic to the roasting pan for a creamier, more dense flavor!

⭐ Create the aquafaba by blending separately until whipped. Use a frother, electric mixer, or food processor to combine. I've found that the easiest way is using my milk frother.

⭐ Slowly add filtered water until desired consistency is reached.

⭐ Plate the hummus into a serving bowl using a spoon, swirl the top, pour the toasted sesame oil on top, and garnish with poppy and sesame seeds. Seriously, the toasted sesame oil is a game changer; if able, do not skip it!

⭐ Pair with your favorite cracker, tortilla chips, or bread.

Plated hummus on black plate with bread dipped into side.

Why you'll love this hummus

This recipe is for you if you love a savory dip packed with nutrients and fiber.

This lightly whipped homemade hummus carries a scoopable smooth texture you might find addicting with pita bread.

It's the perfect hummus to have in the fridge for a snack, sandwich spread, or flavor addition to any veggie bowl!

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carrot hummus with oil on top and seeds in a bowl with fresh herb at side.

Roasted Carrot Hummus Recipe

This colorful, savory, fluffy hummus is packed with beta-carotene and fiber. An easy appetizer that wows the palate, Roasted Carrot Hummus will be your go-to spread made with everyday ingredients. This dip goes great with pita chips, bread, spread on a sandwich, or mixed in a vegetable bowl.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Barbara Zackey

Equipment

  • 1 food processor or blender
  • 1 milk frother (optional, can use electric mixer or blender)

Ingredients

For the roasted carrots:

  • 6 large carrots, sliced thinly
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, drizzled
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 pinch salt & black pepper

For the hummus:

  • 8 ounces drained chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
  • 1 cup chickpea water (made into aquafaba: the drained water from the chickpeas blended until white and whipped)
  • 4 tablespoons lemon juice (1 whole lemon)
  • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup filtered water
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 pinch salt a& black pepper

Toppings:

  • Drizzle toasted sesame oil
  • Sesame & poppy seeds

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Clean and chop the carrots into thin slices. Combine the sliced carrots and whole garlic cloves with one tablespoon of olive oil. Mix in the spices in a stir until combined.
  • Transfer onto a parchment-lined baking tray, evenly spaced, and place in the oven for 30 minutes or until the carrots and garlic are tender and fragrant. 
  • Drain the chickpeas and save the water. Create the aquafaba by blending separately until whipped. Use a frother, electric mixer, or food processor to combine, and whip for a few minutes until the mixture turns white and fluffy.  
  • Add the aquafaba, roasted carrots, and garlic to a food processor with the rest of the hummus ingredients. Blend until smooth.
  • Slowly add in the filtered water until desired consistency is reached.
  • Plate the hummus into a serving bowl and using a spoon, swirl the top, pour the toasted sesame oil on top, and garnish with poppy and sesame seeds.

Notes

This hummus will stay good in an airtight container for up to five days. It's the perfect meal prep for a busy week!
Did you make this recipe?Leave a comment below letting me know how it went & don't forget to give it a star rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐. Mention @BotanicalBarbara or tag #botanicalbarbara, I love to see your creations!

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  • Dairy-Free Vegan Cream Cheese
  • Gluten-Free & Vegan Focaccia Bread
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