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Sweet Potato Hummus

Makes 8 servings (1 serving ≈ ⅓ cup)

Nutrition (per serving): approximate values

  • Calories: 180
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Sodium: 415 mg
  • Carbohydrate: 19 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 5 g

    Ingredients:

    • 1 large sweet potato (340–400 g), cooked and mashed
    • 1 x 400 g tin chickpeas, drained and rinsed
    • 60 ml tahini
    • 60 ml fresh lemon juice
    • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
    • 1 small clove garlic, halved
    • 1½ teaspoons fine sea salt
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

    Directions:

    1. Place all ingredients into a blender or food processor.
    2. Blend until smooth and creamy.

    Tip:

    Serve with vegetables or seed crackers. To reduce sodium content per serving, cut the added sea salt to half of the current amount, add some pepper, or increase the other spices to desired taste.

    Here are some healthy snack ideas to pair with hummus:

    Vegetables:
    1. Carrot sticks
    2. Cucumber slices
    3. Bell pepper strips
    4. Celery sticks
    5. Cherry tomatoes
    6. Radishes
    7. Snap peas
    8. Broccoli florets
    9. Cauliflower florets

    Crackers and Chips:
    1. Whole grain crackers
    2. Seed crackers
    3. Baked pita chips
    4. Whole wheat pita bread
    5. Rice cakes

    Fruits:
    1. Apple slices
    2. Pear slices
    3. Grape tomatoes

    Other:
    1. Pretzel sticks
    2. Roasted chickpeas
    3. Stuffed mini bell peppers (with quinoa or other healthy fillings)
    4. Crispbreads

    These options provide fibre, phytonutrients and healthy fats, complementing the creamy texture of hummus while supporting balanced blood glucose and satiety.

    Dr. Patel

    Dr. Patel is deeply passionate about medical research and helping her patients improve their daily routines, reduce symptoms, and enhance overall health.

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