Description
A creamy and cozy twist on classic hummus, this butternut squash version is topped with crispy quinoa, cranberries, and pumpkin seeds for a perfect balance of sweetness, crunch, and warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups peeled and cubed butternut squash
- 1 can (15 ounces) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Spread cubed butternut squash on the pan, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Roast for 25–30 minutes until golden and tender.
- While squash roasts, cook quinoa according to package directions. Once cooked, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small skillet and pan-fry quinoa until crispy, about 5–7 minutes.
- In a food processor, combine roasted squash, chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, remaining olive oil, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of water to adjust consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Transfer hummus to a serving bowl. Top with crispy quinoa, red onion, cranberries, pumpkin seeds, and chopped parsley. Drizzle with extra olive oil if desired.
- Chill slightly before serving for best flavor and texture. Serve with pita, veggies, or bread.
Notes
- Roast extra squash to save prep time later in the week.
- Use cold water to thin hummus for a fluffier texture.
- Store toppings separately to keep their texture fresh when making ahead.
- Double the quinoa for extra crunch in salads or grain bowls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: butternut squash hummus, vegan dip, crispy quinoa topping, fall hummus, healthy appetizer