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    Modified: Dec 15, 2022 · Published: Jan 24, 2018 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.

    Harissa Hummus

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    Spicy Harissa Hummus is a hostess' dream come true because it can be made ahead of time and it is made in minutes. It is perfect to add to your game day menu. It is a great choice for vegans and non-vegans alike!

    Harissa Hummus in a bowl with a drizzle of olive oil and chickpeas on top. Crackers on a plate.

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    If you like spicy food, then you will love this Harissa Hummus. It is about the same heat level as sriracha sauce, with harissa being a little spicier.

    That is to say at least for the harissa paste that I bought. I have yet to try other brands.

    To give you an idea of the spice level of harissa paste, I used about twice the amount of sriracha sauce in my Sriracha Hummus as I did here.

    Taste as you go to see how spicy you want it. I didn't use very much harissa paste in this flavorful hummus. You can always add extra harissa paste to make it even spicier.

    Another spicy hummus recipe is my Chipotle Hummus recipe. Use the leftover harissa on a Spinach Tofu Scramble recipe. It also makes a great addition to a wrap.

    Other delicious dips are my Tofu Nacho Cheese Sauce and Vegan Tzatziki recipe.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love It
    • What Is Harissa Paste?
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • Ways To Use Hummus
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • Other Hummus Recipes
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • This homemade hummus is creamy and has the perfect balance of flavors with just the right amount of spice.
    • It's perfect for a snack, appetizer, or spread on a sandwich.
    • It's cheaper than store-bought, made with whole foods, and you get to control the ingredients.

    What Is Harissa Paste?

    If you have never had harissa paste before, it is a spicy chili paste. It is made with roasted red peppers, hot chili peppers, and herbs and spices.

    It is a staple in North African and Middle Eastern cuisine.

    As soon as I tasted harissa paste, I knew that I wanted to use it in hummus. Hummus is an easy go-to staple in my house.

    I already have around a dozen hummus recipes, with more on the way. It is one condiment that I will never get sick of.

    It is super easy to make and can be used in a variety of ways. It literally takes minutes to whip up. It is a hostess' best friend when it comes to entertaining. Not only can it be made in minutes, but it can also be made ahead of time.

    Hummus is the perfect spread for a sandwich or wrap. It adds protein and a wonderful creamy texture. It even makes a good dessert dip.

    🧾 Ingredients

    Ingredients for harissa hummus 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. It's made from ground sesame seeds. Adds a nutty sesame flavor.
    • Harissa paste: Adds a spicy flavor. I used store-bought harissa paste when I first made this hummus dip. You can also use harissa sauce, which I used in the photo above when I updated this post. I could not find harissa paste at my local grocery stores, but they did have harissa sauce. If you have a favorite harissa recipe, use that. Another recipe with harissa sauce is my Baked Harissa Tofu.
    • Lemon juice: Adds a bright tart flavor.
    • Garlic clove: Adds a pungent flavor.
    • Water: To thin it out.
    • Extra virgin 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

    Ingredients in a food processor before blending.

    Step 1: Add garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt, olive oil, water, and harissa paste in a food processor.

    Harissa hummus in a food processor after mixing.

    Step 2: Blend until smooth and creamy.

    Ways To Use Hummus

    • Taquitos
    • Wrap
    • Veggies
    • Pita bread or pita chips
    • Sandwich
    • Tortilla pizza
    • Tostadas
    • Burrito
    • Vegan hummus quesadilla
    Harissa Hummus in hand with cracker. Bowl of hummus in the background.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    What is harissa made of?

    Harissa is made with roasted red bell pepper, hot chili peppers, and herbs and spices.

    How long does homemade harissa hummus last?

    This creamy hummus will last 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge.

    Other Hummus Recipes

    • Spicy Black Bean Hummus
      Spicy Black Bean Hummus
    • Kalamata Olive Hummus
      Kalamata Olive Hummus
    • Spicy Red Pepper Hummus
      Spicy Red Pepper Hummus
    • Jalapeño Cilantro Hummus
      Jalapeño Cilantro Hummus

    If you tried this Harissa 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!

    This spicy harissa hummus recipe will be the hit of the party! If you've never had harissa before, this is the perfect way to try it!

    📋 Recipe

    Harissa Hummus
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    Harissa Hummus

    Spicy Harissa Hummus is a hostess' dream come true because it can be made ahead of time and it is made in minutes. It is perfect to add to your game day menu. It is a great choice for vegans and non-vegans alike!
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine Mediterranean inspired
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes minutes
    Servings 8
    Calories 168kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Equipment

    • food processor

    Ingredients

    • 15 ounces garbanzo beans drained and rinsed
    • ¼ cup tahini
    • ¼ cup lemon juice
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon harissa paste
    • ¼ cup water
    • Salt
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    Instructions

    • Mix all ingredients in a food processor until smooth and creamy.

    Notes

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

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 168kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 57mg | Potassium: 210mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 40IU | Vitamin C: 4.7mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1.9mg
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    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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    1. Kim says

      April 13, 2018 at 7:48 am

      I had a small amount of harissa paste left so I used it for this hummus. It was very good! I never would have thought to make hummus with it.Thanks for sharing!5 stars

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      • Willow Moon says

        April 13, 2018 at 4:28 pm

        Thanks Kim!

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    2. Betsy says

      February 02, 2018 at 2:20 pm

      This looks really delicious. I love the vibrant color.

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      • Willow Moon says

        February 03, 2018 at 8:11 am

        Thanks Betsy!

        Reply
    3. Madison Pollard says

      January 25, 2018 at 1:21 pm

      I LOVE harissa and have a huge tube of paste but haven't been able to use it all - I can't wait to make this! The photos are stunning!

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      • Willow Moon says

        January 31, 2018 at 8:32 am

        Thanks Madison, I appreciate it!

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    4. Jenny says

      January 25, 2018 at 11:49 am

      This looks wonderful. I make hummus about once a week and will give this recipe a try!

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      • Willow Moon says

        January 31, 2018 at 8:31 am

        Thanks Jenny, I hope you like it!

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