A deliciously spicy dip, this Chipotle Lime Hummus is a great twist on a classic. Flavoured with chipotle peppers and fresh lime juice and garnished with feta and cilantro, it’s perfect for dunking chips or to use as a spread on your favourite sandwich or wrap.
Hey hey! How was your weekend everyone? We have a long weekend ’round here (May 24th Weekend or Victoria day is celebrated the last Monday of the month before May 24th). It’s in honour of Queen Victoria’s birthday and also the unofficial start of the Summer season. Woot woot! A lot of parks start to open for the season and you can see countless people going with their trailers and tents camping out no matter what the temperature. We love our May 2-4 weekend, people. Come rain or shine, we are celebrating. Now, don’t get it twisted, this chicka didn’t camp this weekend…no, I prefer the glow of our tv, a hot shower and the warm comfort of my bed. But, I totally rocked out on the deck and turned the little table top propane fireplace-with beverage in hand, of course. Oh, and other exciting news – Girl Heart Food now has a logo! Check it out! I’m really happy with how it turned out! Yay!
Do you remember me telling you in my last post that we have lots of little birds around lately? Well, I do love seeing them, but they are kinda pushing my buttons. You know why? They are leaving what I affectionately (but not really) call ‘poopy presents, ‘ particularly on my vehicle. It’s like ‘hey, this lady likes me, perhaps I should leave her a gift. Wait that’s not enough, let’s leave her some more.’ And, I swear, I go to clean it up ’cause that stuff it supposed to be hard on the paint job and then I turn around and there’s more there. They must be watching me. I’m convinced. Anyway….enough about my poopy drama, right 😀 ?
Chipotle Lime Hummus
Now, let’s talk Chipotle Lime Hummus. Sound good? I’ve had this recipe ready for a little while, but hadn’t posted it yet, but ’bout time I did ’cause who doesn’t like hummus? You know what? I didn’t always eat hummus! It was one of those things I was like, ‘meh.’ You know, could take it or leave it. Then, we tried a delicious basic hummus from Costco and I was in love. On its own, it was awesome, but then throw some hot sauce on there and it just took it to another level. Then, I started to make my own hummus and couldn’t believe how simple it was (not to mention inexpensive). Plus, I get to see every single ingredient that I’m putting in there. And that’s definitely a good thing. Now I make hummus on the regular.
The idea behind this hummus, came from the hubs. Knowing that I wanted to make hummus and we both love chipotle, or anything spicy for that matter (maybe bordering on having a problem with eating too much spice, really), he suggested a chipotle hummus. And what goes great with chipotle? Lime! Winner winner, hummus dinner 🙂
How to Prepare Dried Chickpeas
In the past when I’ve made hummus, I’ve just used canned chickpeas (which is completely fine, by the way), but a friend and fellow blogger, Cheyanne, from No Spoon Necessary mentioned in one of her posts an easy way to use dried chick peas in the Slow Cooker (see notes below). I gave it a whirl and there’s no looking back. Thanks Cheyanne! You were right. Virtual high five girl 😉 If you want to save time, and not use that method, a couple of cans of chickpeas drained and rinsed is perfectly fine. And, let me tell you about the smell that permeated while the chickpeas cooked…oh my goodness! Anyone from Newfoundland will know that deadly (aka awesome) smell whiffing through the house when ‘Sunday Dinner’ (boiled veg, including cabbage, carrot, potato, etc and salt meat) is cooked; well, that was the smell from these chickpeas. Since I’m not a big ‘Sunday Dinner’ cooker (though, I do love to eat it), I would seriously cook chickpeas just to have that smell.
Once you’ve made your own hummus, you will make over and over again. And once you have the base down, you can pretty much flavour it however you like. This Chipotle Lime Hummus, though, is one you’re sure to love. There are chipotle peppers in there which add a smoky flavour and some heat, as well as fresh lime juice to brighten. Completely optional is to add a chili pepper. Like I said, we love our spice in our home, so I went ahead and went a little cray cray with the heat.
For the garnish, I simply blitzed up another chipotle pepper with lime juice and placed on top of the hummus and added crumbled feta and cilantro leaves. Should you wish to have this Chipotle Lime Hummus not only vegetarian, but vegan, make sure you use water or veg stock and omit the feta cheese and you’ll be a-ok. I used about a 1/3 cup of stock in this recipe, but you can use more if you want the hummus to have a looser consistency. If you want to remove the ‘skins’ of the chickpeas before proceeding with the recipe, you can certainly do that for a slightly smoother hummus. One of the original recipes I posted on Girl Heart Food was a hummus recipe and I did remove the skins, but if you are pressed for time you can certainly skip (as I did in this case) and the hummus was still yum-for reals…promise 🙂
Hubby and I ate this Chipotle Lime Hummus mainly with our favourite tortilla chips, but it is also really good as a sandwich spread. By the way, everyone, I will have a bonus post this week as a collaboration with other food bloggers for a round-up of Summertime recipes. Stay tuned for another delicious recipe. Chit chat again soon 🙂
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Chipotle Lime Hummus
Ingredients
- 3 cups chickpeas -cooked or ready to use (see note below )
- 1/4 cup sesame tahini
- 1/2 cup unsalted vegetable stock -or water (or more to reach desired consistency)
- 1 lime -juiced
- 4 chipotle peppers -divided
- 1 clove garlic -minced
- 1 red thai chili pepper -minced, optional
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp feta cheese -crumbled
- cilantro -few leaves
Instructions
- In a food processor combine chickpeas, tahini, stock (or water) and juice of one lime (reserving 1 tbsp) and blend for 3-4 minutes.
- Next, add to the food processor 3 chipotle peppers, garlic, chili pepper, olive oil and salt and pepper. Blend for about another 3-4 minutes. If you desire a looser consistency, just add a little more stock or water until you have reached the consistency you like. Place hummus in a serving dish.
- In a mini food processor combine one chipotle pepper with reserved 1 tbsp of lime juice. Blend until combined. Use this to garnish hummus, along with feta cheese and a few leaves of cilantro.
Recipe Notes
If you are using dried chickpeas - before starting with recipe, place one cup of dried chickpeas in slow cooker with 4 cups of stock or water, half an onion and salt (I used 3/4 tsp). Cook on high for 3 hours. Drain (reserve some of the liquid for use in the hummus recipe) and then proceed with the hummus. If you are not using this method for this recipe, and are using canned chickpeas, just use a couple of cans, drained and rinsed.
HOME MADE HUMMUS = TOPPPPPSSSSS anything store bought!!! I just made hummus for the second time two weeks ago = LOVEEEE!
Doesn’t it, though? No looking back now. So much tastier and the recipe yields a bunch. Thanks GiGi 🙂
Dawn, this hummus looks incredible!!!!! Chipotle, feta…. Yummmm!!!! I am so glad you came up with this so I can try it!!!
Thanks very much, Katie! It is a lovely combo. Love to hear how you like it once you’ve tried 🙂
Ok I love your logo! So cute! I have been dragging my feet on getting one, you may have inspired me! And speaking of inspired – this chipotle hummus is just that! Love that chipotle flavor twist. We actually have a 3 day weekend coming up NEXT weekend, can’t wait to get some relaxing in – although do food bloggers ever really relax?
Awww, thanks Meghan! I know you do! Wish we had another long weekend…they are THE BEST! And, I agree, I don’t think there’s ever really rest, lol And the food is always cold after taking so many pics 😀
I’ve seen several recipes out and about without tahini in them, I’m like, sorry, that’s NOT hummus! I was so happy to see it here and the flavors. My kinda hummus. I make a mean jalapeno cilantro one that’s a kicker. Isn’t Chey great, love her stuff, too. Well here’s cheering you guys on for a fantastic upcoming weekend!
P.S. LOVE this new logo, fantastic.
Gotta have hummus, don’t ya? Oh, jalapeño cilantro hummus sounds delicious…right up my alley 🙂 Agreed, Chey is great and a really good tip with the slow cooker method. Thanks so much, Kevin. And happy you love the logo!! Appreciate it. Have a fantastic weekend too, my friend.
This hummus! I needs it!
Thanks Sarah! Appreciate the comment and for stopping by 🙂
Ahhh your bird stories are cracking me up!! I can just picture their earnest conversation about how to reward you for your love 🙂 This hummus looks awesome! I have to admit, I’m usually lazy about hummus..and by usually I mean always…and I just buy it at the store. But now with your seasonings AND that slow cooker tip? Gonna have to try it out!
Hahaha….glad to give you a little laugh, Liz 😀 ! I’m truly convinced they aim for my vehicle. Even this morning, it was covered, lol. Out with the hose! Hope you enjoy the recipe. If you’re like me, you’ll probably never buy store bought again. So easy and makes soooo much! Thanks for stopping by 🙂
I can just picture myself on the terrace with nice glass of white wine, some chips and your Chipotle Lime Hummus – heaven! Your logo looks fantastic ♡
Sounds good to me, Miriam! A perfect day for sure 🙂 Thanks so much!! Appreciate it!
Hummus is such a great snack! I love to eat tons of eat and no guilt afterwards. This chipotle lime is a winning combination! I’m always looking for new ways to bring extra flavor! Yum!
So true, Kathy! Love snacks like that 🙂 Thanks so much!!
We have our long Memorial Day weekend coming up this weekend, and I couldn’t be more excited! I’m ready for a nice break…and I’m ready to get the summer started, too. We really love our hummus around here, and that chipotle lime combo sounds amazing! (I’m kinda addicted to chipotle…it’s such a fun spice to add to recipes. But only in moderation. I overdid it one time, and woah…) And great tip from Cheyanne, too. She’s full of good stuff! 🙂
I remember one time a while back hubby and I made enchiladas and added too much chipotle peppers and it was insanely hot, like almost unbearable to eat and that’s saying a lot ’cause we can take our spice, especially hubby. Funny, too, every pepper is different. You might taste a pepper from one batch and it’s not too hot and then another from a different batch and it’s super spicy. Thanks for the comments, David, and hope you have an awesome long weekend! Those are the best 🙂
Congrats on the new logo! It looks great! This recipe looks pretty darn great too 🙂
Thanks so much, Candice 🙂 Appreciate it!
Hooray for long weekends and sitting out on the deck! I don’t camp either, girlfriend. I’m with you, I’ll take a bed and tv please!! 😉 I’m totally laughing over your “poopy presents”!!! We have tons of birds here, but the weird thing is they don’t leave unwanted presents… knock on wood! I’ve heard if a bird poops on your head it’s good luck… so should that ever happen on your deck, just know it’s a good sign…? 😉 Anyways, you know I am loooving this hummus! I’ll eat hummus daily with a shovel and I can’t wait to add this one to the rotation! Chipotle and lime?! Heck yes! I’ll take a few gallons! Cheers, sweets!! xo
Woot woot, right?! I’m sure they don’t mean to land ’em on my vehicle, but it seems to be the only spot they are doing it. I’ve heard that about birds, too, and then I was thinking if they just say that so you don’t feel awful for having a bird poo on your head, lol. Glad that you are loving the hummus! Your slow cooker method for the chickpeas always works like a charm. Thanks for the sweet comments, Cheyanne 🙂
Love your new logo and the new look to your blog Dawn! Wooohoooo! Glad you tried out the slow cooker method from Chey (she knows where it’s at) because I think the best hummus comes from dried and not canned chickpeas. Well worth the effort 🙂 You know how much I adore chipotle so I’m trying your recipe this weekend and bringing it to our friends’ party 🙂
Thanks very much, Karrie! I’ve been loving the slow cooker method…I’ll be doing that from now on, that’s for sure! Oh, that’s so good to hear! Let me know how you like it; I’m sure you will ’cause we both love spice. Have a great week!!
Love the new logo Dawn and love this hummus! I have been addicted to hummus lately, so I’ll be adding this one to my summer entertaining menu! Hoping I’ll be able to share because give me some veggies or pita chips and I could eat the whole bowl myself!
Thanks so much, Mary Ann! I’m quite pleased with the logo…nice to have up. Yay…happy that you’ll be trying the recipe soon 🙂
So glad you had a fun long weekend! We’ve got ours coming up and I’m SO looking forward to it!
I’m also loving this hummus! I’m so with you on how amazingly easy it is to make yourself and I love being able to control the ingredients. And yes, chickpeas in the slow cooker are a must – I love how tender they get! And I love your flavors here… all those peppers – YUM!!!
Thanks Kathryn! I was so pleasantly surprised with how the chickpeas turned out in the slow cooker. No turning back now. I could honestly eat them straight from the slow cooker (and have). Thanks for the sweet comments and happy you like the recipe 🙂 !!
Happy Victoria Day! Or the start of the summer! Woot woot! <– Okay, but I literally wrote this before I read that you wrote the same thing. Lol. Anyway, does this mean you can finally put those winter clothes away for good? 😉 I am all there with you, feeling that warm tv glow–it just helps you sleep easier, ya know? Haha. The deck fireplace sounds like all you need to kick off the summer.
Oh no, Stuart & Co. are giving you trouble? I mean, um… poopy presents. How… sweet? Um… Maybe we shouldn't have named them. Ahem.
Meanwhile, this hummus is everything! I love the combo of chipotle and lime. Fresh, lightly spicy, and exactly what the deck fireplace chillaxing needs. 🙂 Good job, hubs!
LOVE the new logo! Can't wait to see it everywhere… maybe on a FB page? 😉
Have a great week, my dear! Pinning. 🙂
Haha! Like minds, I guess 😉 Yes, the Winter clothes are finally put away for good (or at least until November). Bring on the colourful Summer clothes and sandals! <--who am I kidding, a lot of my clothes are colourful 😉Yes, Stuart & Co are being a little tormenting, but I can live with 'em. They sing me nice songs, lol. I guess I can put up with their 'presents.'Happy you love the new logo! I'm really happy with it too 🙂 Thanks so much for the Pin, girlie...appreciate it very much! xo
This hummus sounds SO good, Dawn! I could practically eat a whole bowl of hummus in one sitting, as it’s just one of those foods that I adore. This chipotle lime version sounds incredible! Such a fun way to jazz up the regular kind. I love that you filled it with zesty ingredients…perfect for summer!
Thanks Gayle!! I’m right there with ya…could eat the entire bowl myself! Talk about loading up on fibre, right 😀 ? Appreciate the comments, girl! Have a lovely week 🙂