Roasted Garlic Hummus
Middle Eastern Easy

Roasted Garlic Hummus

A deep, mellow spread topped with golden garlic chips and infused oil

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⏱️ 1 hour 30 minutes 15 minutes prep · 1 hour 15 minutes cook
🍽️ 4 Serves
240 Calories
7g Protein
21g Carbs
16g Fat

Why This Recipe Works

Roasting whole heads of garlic transforms sharp cloves into a sweet, buttery paste that blends seamlessly into the chickpeas. This version doubles down on flavor by using garlic-infused oil in the base and crispy garlic chips for the garnish.


Instructions

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Wrap the prepared garlic heads tightly in aluminum foil and roast until the cloves are browned and very tender, about 1 hour.

2

Combine the olive oil and sliced garlic in an 8-inch skillet over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the garlic slices are golden brown and crisp, about 15 minutes.

3

Transfer the toasted garlic slices to a paper towel–lined plate using a slotted spoon, leaving the infused oil in the skillet to cool. Once the roasted garlic heads are cool enough to handle, squeeze the softened cloves from their skins into a small bowl to form a paste.

4

Place the chickpeas, roasted garlic paste, tahini, lemon juice, salt, and the reserved garlic-infused oil in a food processor. Process until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes, adding water one tablespoon at a time if the consistency is too thick.

5

Transfer the hummus to a shallow serving bowl. Garnish with the toasted garlic slices, minced parsley, and a final drizzle of olive oil. Serve at room temperature with warm pita or fresh vegetables.


🍽️ Complete the Meal

Warm pita breadToasted bagel chips
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Make Ahead: The garlic can be roasted up to 3 days in advance. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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Storage: Refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I freeze this recipe?

Refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Can I make this ahead of time?

The garlic can be roasted up to 3 days in advance. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Rohit Bothra
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Rohit Bothra

Self-taught cook exploring global vegetarian cuisine from my Atlanta kitchen.

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