Sweet Potato Hummus Veggie Sticks (Printable version)

Smooth sweet potato hummus served with crisp veggie sticks for a colorful, healthy bite.

# What you need:

→ Hummus

01 - 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed
02 - 400 g (1 can) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
03 - 60 ml (1/4 cup) tahini
04 - 60 ml (1/4 cup) fresh lemon juice
05 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
10 - 2 tablespoons water, more as needed

→ Vegetable Sticks

11 - 1 large carrot, peeled and cut into sticks
12 - 1 cucumber, cut into sticks
13 - 1 celery stalk, cut into sticks
14 - 1 bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips

# Steps to follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Spread sweet potato cubes on a parchment-lined baking sheet, drizzle lightly with olive oil, and roast for 20–25 minutes until tender. Allow to cool completely.
02 - In a food processor, combine roasted sweet potato, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, paprika, sea salt, and water. Process until smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down the sides as needed.
03 - Add additional water, one tablespoon at a time, to achieve a smooth dip consistency according to preference.
04 - Arrange carrot, cucumber, celery, and bell pepper sticks on a platter for serving.
05 - Spoon sweet potato hummus into a serving bowl. Serve with prepared vegetable sticks for dipping.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Easy to make ahead and perfect for meal prep
  • Packed with plant-based protein and fiber
  • Naturally gluten free and dairy free
  • A beautiful appetizer or lunch box addition that disappears fast at parties
02 -
  • Delivers a kick of vitamin A and plant protein
  • Keeps fresh in an airtight container up to five days
  • Can be served as a dip or sandwich spread
03 -
  • Roasting the sweet potato until almost caramelized really intensifies the flavor
  • Blending the hummus while the sweet potato is still a bit warm makes the dip extra creamy and smooth
  • Always taste and adjust the seasoning since lemon and salt can vary depending on your produce

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