Last year before my move, I started the arduous process of cooking my way through my pantry. One of my favorite dishes to kill multiple canned birds with one stone was this artichoke hummus recipe.
It’s also a nice go-to for last minute entertaining, which is how I found myself whipping up a batch recently to bring with me to a friend’s house for a dinner party.
Since I’m lazy, I often resort to canned or jarred artichoke hearts for my recipes, so I always have a can or two on hand. If you’ve made my grilled romaine salad from The Wellness Project book, you know why. Artichokes are in season this time of year, but I know very few martyrs who would be willing to breakdown and cook a whole head just so it could be pureed to smithereens.
Plus, there’s something to be said for the briny quality of canned artichokes in water. In this artichoke hummus recipe it gives the dense chickpeas a nice light body. And the tanginess of the canned hearts cuts the richness of the tahini in a way that feels rather fresh and springy, even if that illusion can be created year round.
When I served it last week to a group of girlfriends, no one could quite put their finger on what was different about the hummus recipe. Just that it was so much better than usual.
Even if you don’t hoard 5 rows of canned goods in a cabinet next to your sweaters, these ingredients are cheap enough to pick up and keep around for the season (or beyond). So if you’re looking for an easy appetizer for Easter or just something to celebrate the rising temperature with a group of friends, this artichoke hummus recipe is for you.
Friendly reminder that this is also the perfect time of year for a little #pantrypurge. Make something this week from the deep depths of your cabinets or fridge! If you share your creations with me on Instagram and tag @phoebelapine I’ll share them!
Part of living that Low Waste Life is making the most of what we have before head back out to the store to buy more. What are you going to use up this week? Tell me in the comments!
With health and hedonism,
Phoebe
Artichoke Hummus
Ingredients
- One 14-ounce can chickpeas
- One 14-ounce can artichoke hearts
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves
- ¼ cup water
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the chickpeas, artichokes, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, water, salt, cumin and red pepper flakes in a food processor and puree until smooth. Taste for seasoning.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with olive oil and fresh parsley. Serve alongside crudités or gluten-free pita chips.
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Love the flavors in this and how easy it is! I could probably down a whole bowl myself…
It’s pretty addictive. Not gonna lie. Thanks Marie!
Inspired idea. I’m a big artichoke fan. And a big chickpea fan. So perfect combination. x
Thanks Skye!
Mmmm…Yum!! Love hummus and all the ingredients you used, have to try this recipe today!! Thanks 🙂
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Crazy for hummus. Love artichokes — I’m all over this, Phoebe!
Thanks Elise! xo
What an awesome take on hummus! We often cut our hummus with a bit of labneh or other plain yogurt and omit some of the tahini to add some tang and lighten it up a bit, but the artichokes sound like a really great idea!
I need to get my hands on some Labneh. Is there a brand you like? xo
I could eat this by the spoonful Phoebe!
Me too! xo
Wow! I think this would be fantastic on a veggie sandwich, love this!
Totally!
Do you use the pickled artichokes or water packed?
Thanks
Water packed!
Hi, just wondering if you can leave the tahini out? Or is that where most of the flavor comes from?
That’s one of the more traditional ingredients in hummus, so I wouldn’t omit entirely. Sorry! xo
Do you drain the chickpeas?
yes! rinse and drain!
Great idea! Will have to try this!
let me know if you do!
I Love artichokes, i have tried a similar kind of recipe “Green Peas Stir fry”.
Soak the green peas overnight, next morning pressure cook till it become soft, add coconut powder and stir fry, it tastes heavenly at tea time.
http://shravscookbookblog.blogspot.in/2016/01/matar-ghugni-recipe-pattani-sundal.html
sounds delish!!
This turned out really delicious!!! i ended up adding a couple sprigs of rosemary [since there were no other spices] and half a jalapeno. will DEF make this again!
oooo love that!
I used half the tahini in the recipe and used 2 T smoked olive oil, but followed everything according to the recipe…..OMG!
yay!! xoxo
I love artichokes, and I love hummus. I wasn’t sure about adding so much tahini but it makes sense with adding the added bulk oil the artichokes. It is delicious. Thanks!
yay! thanks Toni!
Best hummus ever! Great flavors!
so glad you liked it!
This is perfect for a summer picnic.
The best hummus recipe I’ve made! Thank you so much!!
Hummus is one of my go-to quick recipes when guests stop by, so I love the addition of yummy artichoke. Will definitely be trying this, thanks!
This is the most delicious hummus recipe I’ve ever tasted! Thank you for this recipe, it’s will be on repeat in our home for years ♥️
I had all of the ingredients on hand in the pantry and decided to give this recipe a try as it sounded really delicious. I absolutely love hummus and I’m always looking for great recipes to try. This recipe is very tasty and it makes a lot — so we’ll have plenty to snack on. I did add extra lemon juice – just our preference.
Do you drain the artichokes or include the brine in the mix?