Easy Roasted Red Pepper Hummus with Pickled Garlic
If you’re a hummus lover (and let’s be real, who isn’t?), this Easy Roasted Red Pepper Hummus with Pickled Garlic is going to be on your table. It’s tangy, creamy, and vibrant orange, and so easy that you’ll wonder why you ever bought supermarket tubs.
The store-bought roasted red pepper adds a smoky sweetness twist to the classic dip and boasts a bright orange color that looks fantastic. While I prefer roasting my peppers myself, as with my Naturally Sweetened Muhammara, or air-frying them like I did in my Mediterranean Chickpea Salad, store-bought peppers work just as well, especially if you’re short on time.
This creamy, gluten-free dip is packed with protein and perfect with celery, carrot sticks, or gluten-free crispbread. I topped it with pickled capers, fresh arugula, and alfalfa sprouts for extra flavor.
Now, before you ask, yes, you can totally roast the pepper yourself. Fire up the oven, grill, or even pop it in the air fryer like I did in my Mediterranean Chickpea Salad. But today we’re talking about a quick, on-the-go recipe. So I went with the shortcut: a jar of roasted red peppers in salted water, drained and ready to blend.
❤️Why you will love Pickle Garlic Hummus
High in protein thanks to chickpeas, tahini, and aquafaba.
Budget-friendly because the ingredients are simple and affordable.
Quick and easy if you use jarred roasted peppers.
Unique flavor from that tangy pickled garlic.
And honestly, hummus is basically the duct tape of the food world. It goes with everything.
Key Ingredient Notes
Please see the RECIPE CARD at the bottom of this post for the complete list of ingredients and measurements with a printable recipe.
Roasted red pepper
Store-bought but still brings that smoky, sweet depth of flavor and gives the dip its gorgeous, bright orange color. You can roast your own or use jarred for convenience.
Pickled garlic
Yummy, yummy, yummy, adds a tang without being overpowering, a softer option than raw garlic.
Cooked Chickpeas
I also used a jar of organic cooked chickpeas for convenience
I used a jar of store-bought organic cooked chickpeas for convenience. Not only are chickpeas high in protein, but they are also versatile and can be added to many dishes. You might enjoy our meatless Chickpea and Vegetable Curry or a Roasted Vegetable Salad. For a sweet treat, why not try our Double Chocolate Chickpea Cookies?
Aquafaba
(chickpea water) – the magic ingredient that makes the dip airy and creamy, acting as a vegan substitute for egg whites.
Vegetable milk
Helps achieve a smooth, silky texture while keeping the recipe fully plant-based.
Tahini
Toasted sesame paste brings nutty creaminess and that classic hummus-style depth.
Ground cumin
A warm, earthy spice that pairs beautifully with roasted peppers.
Capers, alfalfa, and arugula
for garnish and a fresh, peppery, briny finish. I used homemade pickled capers that I gathered from the beautiful countryside of Menorca, but any capers will do if you don’t happen to have a Mediterranean holiday stash on hand.
How to Make Easy Roasted Red Pepper Hummus with Pickled Garlic
Made in a few simple steps with store-bought peppers and chickpeas, perfect for beginners, and it’s friendly.
- Step 1. Drain the store-bought roasted peppers and chickpeas and save the aquafaba for a later recipe.
- Step 2. If using homemade pickled garlic, add the cloves to the bowl along with the cooked chickpeas, aquafaba, vegetable milk, lemon juice, tahini, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Step 3. Blend everything until smooth. I used a hand blender for quickness, though be warned, it can flick all over the place.
- Step 4. Spoon into a serving dish and decorate with alfalfa, arugula leaves, and capers.
Serve it up
This dip is perfect with warm pitta bread or flatbread for scooping. You can also serve it with a fresh, crunchy walnut mandarin salad. It pairs beautifully with roasted vegetable couscous, or simply keep it light with veggie sticks like carrot, cucumber, and celery. For something heartier, spread it inside wraps or sandwiches for an easy lunch option.
How Healthy Is Hummus?
Hummus is extremely nutritious, according to the article: How Healthy is Hummus?
Other yummy Hummus Recipes to try
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Recipe Card and Notes
Easy Roasted Red Pepper Hummus with Pickled Garlic
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2- 3 large roasted red pepper (On this occasion, I used a jar of 3 roasted peppers (400 grams)
- 3 cloves of pickled garlic
- 150 ml aquafaba the juice from jarred chickpeas
- 50 ml vegetable milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice Juice of ½ lemon
- 3 tablespoon toasted tahini
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teasppn ground black pepper
- Alfalfa arugula leaves, and capers to decorate
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients – Drain the roasted red pepper and chickpeas, saving the aquafaba. Slice the pickled garlic cloves.
- Blend – Add the roasted pepper, pickled garlic, aquafaba, vegetable milk, lemon juice, tahini, cumin, salt, and black pepper into a bowl or jug.
- Blend until smooth. Use a hand blender or food processor until creamy.
- Decorate and serve: Spoon into a serving dish and top with alfalfa sprouts, arugula leaves, and capers. Serve with pita bread, fresh vegetables, salad, or as a spread.
Notes & Suggestions
Jarred roasted peppers save time, but you can roast your own for extra flavor. Pickled garlic adds a tangy twist, but fresh garlic works if you prefer a sharper bite. Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days. This recipe is budget-friendly as the ingredients are inexpensive and easy to find. You don`t have to use the exact amount of red pepper. If it is slightly more or less, you will still get the amazing color and flavor.
Nutrition Profile
The nutritional information is an estimate, calculated automatically per serving, with all values, including calories, based on one serving.
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