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    Modified: Sep 30, 2022 · Published: May 26, 2021 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Caramelized Onion Hummus

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    This creamy Caramelized Onion Hummus has a sweet rich taste from caramelized onions. It's perfect for a party!

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    Hummus is one of those foods that I can not get enough of. I have made many hummus recipes, both sweet and savory because I love hummus so much.

    I happen to also love caramelized onions. Who wouldn't? They are sweet and rich and elevate anything you add them to.

    So I knew they would be the perfect star of a hummus recipe. Not only are they the star of the show, but the supporting actors as well. This recipe is out of this world good!

    If you love caramelized onions, try my Vegan Grilled Cheese with Caramelized Onions, Onion Fritters, or Caramelized Onion Vegan Quiche.

    For an indulgent dessert hummus, try my Dark Chocolate Hummus. It is out of this world good! Another hummus recipe to try is my Dill Pickle Hummus recipe.

    For serving, try a Jar of Sangria.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love It
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 🍽 Serving
    • Other Hummus Recipes
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    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • It is sweet, rich, and savory.
    • It's cheaper than store-bought hummus and you get to control the ingredients.
    • It's versatile. Use it as a dip, sandwich spread, or on pasta.

    🧾 Ingredients

    Caramelized onion hummus ingredients on a cutting board with labels.
    • Garbanzo beans (chickpeas): Adds the texture, flavor, and creaminess hummus is known for.
    • Tahini: Also a traditional hummus ingredient. Adds a nutty sesame flavor.
    • Onion: Add a wonderful sweet rich flavor when they are caramelized. I used a yellow onion. You could also use a sweet onion or white onion.
    • Brown sugar or balsamic vinegar: To add to the caramelized onions. Adds more sweetness.
    • Lemon juice: Adds a bright tart flavor.
    • Garlic: Adds a pungent flavor.
    • Water: To thin it out.
    • Olive oil: Adds creaminess.
    • Salt: Enhances the other flavors. I like to use sea salt.

    To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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    🔪 Instructions

    Sliced onions and olive oil in a skillet.

    Step 1: Add onions, olive oil, and salt to a large skillet. Cook over medium heat.

    Stir them every few minutes. With caramelized onions, it's all about slow and steady. If the onions start to stick, add a little water, like a quarter of a cup or so.

    Caramelized onions in a pan.

    Step 2: Cook sliced onions in a pan until caramelized. Add brown sugar or balsamic vinegar to the frying pan near the end of cooking time to add flavor.

    Ingredients in a food processor before mixing.

    Step 3: Add garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, caramelized onions, olive oil, salt, and water into a food processor.

    Caramelized onion hummus in a food processor.

    Step 4: Blend until smooth and creamy.

    Caramelized Onion Hummus bird's eye view.

    🍽 Serving

    • Dip for crackers or veggies
    • Wrap
    • Sandwich
    • Hummus Pizza
    • Pasta
    • On toast
    • Pita chips (if you know of a gluten-free brand I'd love to know about it!)
    Caramelized Onion Hummus on cutting board with rice crackers and cucumber.

    Other Hummus Recipes

    • Kalamata Olive Hummus
      Kalamata Olive Hummus
    • Sriracha Hummus
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    • Basil Pesto Hummus
      Basil Pesto Hummus
    • Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Hummus
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    If you tried this Caramelized Onion Hummus Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

    Besides using this as a dip, this hummus is a great addition to a sandwich.

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    Caramelized Onion Hummus
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    Caramelized Onion Hummus

    This creamy Caramelized Onion Hummus has a sweet rich taste from caramelized onions. It's perfect for a party!
    Course Dip
    Cuisine Fusion, Mediterranean inspired
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 40 minutes minutes
    Total Time 45 minutes minutes
    Servings 8
    Calories 147kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Equipment

    • food processor

    Ingredients

    Caramelized Onions

    • 1 onion sliced (2 cups)
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • Pinch salt
    • 1 teaspoon brown sugar or splash balsamic vinegar

    Hummus

    • 15 ounce can garbanzo beans drained and rinsed
    • ¼ cup tahini
    • ¼ cup lemon juice
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • ¼ cup water (optional)
    • salt

    Instructions

    • Heat olive oil in a pan at medium low heat and add sliced onions. Stir the onions until they are coated with oil. Sprinkle a pinch of salt on the onions.
    • Stir the onions every few minutes or so. Cooking will take about 35-40 minutes. If the onions start to stick, add a little water, like a quarter of a cup or so. Add brown sugar or balsamic vinegar at the end of cooking time.
    • In a food processor, mix all ingredients until well blended.

    Notes

    This recipe will last about 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 147kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 152mg | Potassium: 141mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 14IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg
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    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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