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Roasted zucchini hummus
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Roasted zucchini hummus

Roasted zucchini hummus is another alternative recipe for those looking for a lower carb version than the traditional one made with chickpeas. It’s a great way to use up surplus zucchini.
Course Appetizer, Dip, Main Course
Cuisine Middle Eastern, Modern Australian
Keyword dairy free, dip, gluten free, paleo, tahini, vegan, vegetarian, zucchini
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 3

Equipment

  • oven
  • food processor or blender

Ingredients

  • 1 large zucchini a.k.a. squash
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 3 tbsp tahini
  • juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin

Optional toppings

  • extra virgin olive oil
  • ground paprika
  • chopped parsley
  • spiced lamb
  • pine nuts
  • cooked chickpeas
  • cooked lentils
  • boiled eggs

Optional sides

  • vegetable sticks
  • salad
  • pickles
  • pita bread
  • crackers

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan-forced).
  • Peel and cube zucchini, place on a baking tray lined with baking paper.
  • Wrap unpeeled garlic cloves in foil and place on tray next to zucchini.
  • Roast zucchini and garlic for about 20 minutes, until both are soft.
  • Drain zucchini and place it in your food processor. Add roasted garlic by squeezing it from the skin. Add tahini, lemon juice, salt and cumin and process until well mixed.
  • Serve with your choice of toppings and sides.