Creamy Cilantro Lime Hummus

Cilantro lime hummus is quick, creamy and easy to whip up. Refreshing citrus and herb flavors fill this perfect dip which can be eaten as a snack, appetizer, or enjoyed at parties.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Making your own hummus is the ultimate way to ensure you get the maximum flavor. Trust me I know, it's a dip I grew up on, I'm of Lebanese heritage!
• Cilantro lovers can celebrate, as I've elevated my classic hummus with the addition of cilantro, lime juice, and zest. Apologies to cilantro haters, you'll have to opt for another flavored hummus dip.
• This easy recipe still features the creamy texture you are accustomed to with any homemade batch of hummus, and uses relatively simple ingredients that you can find at your local supermarket.
• Dietary friendly, it is completely natural, vegan, plant-based, gluten-free, and there is no added oil!
• It's the perfect party dip, appetizer, snack, sandwich spread or addition to any feasting table.

Ingredients and Variations

I used my traditional hummus recipe as the base, the simple ingredients include chickpeas (garbanzo beans), tahini, fresh garlic, salt, iced chickpea water or water, and swapped out the lemon juice for lime juice.

Try and use organic lime juice and cans of chickpeas where possible. To change up the beans, try my hummus without chickpeas.

Lime zest is also added to boost the citrus zestiness. You may not think that hummus with lime is all that different to having lemon in it, but it is very different in flavor.

A bunch of cilantro, about a handful, is added. Cilantro in hummus adds a lovely burst of flavor. Feel free to add more if you like.

Cayenne pepper pairs so well with lime, so a little sprinkle is magical.

If you're new to tahini, get ready for a delightful discovery. Tahini is a sesame seed paste, known for its rich, nutty flavor. You can find it in most local supermarkets, or purchase tahini online. Be sure to choose the best quality tahini available for optimal taste.

How To Make Cilantro Lime Hummus

Blend

The first step involves blending in a high-speed blender or food processor, this yields the best results. I personally now prefer the blender over the food processor, it creates a smoother dip.

Combine the canned chickpeas, lime zest, fresh cilantro, tahini, garlic cloves, lime juice, cayenne pepper and salt until the cilantro lime hummus reaches a creamy consistency.

Blend multiple times, scraping down the sides of the blender bowl to ensure smoothness.

If you don't have a blender, make mortar and pestle hummus.

Adjust the consistency

Gradually add a few tablespoons of icy water, a little bit at a time, to get to your desired consistency. Refer to the notes in the recipe card below for guidance.

Adjust the flavor

After blending, taste your homemade hummus and adjust the salt, lime juice, and zest according to your preference.

Chill the hummus in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.

Serve cold by spooning it into a serving bowl and topping it with extra lime zest and additional cayenne pepper.

Optionally, drizzle with a bit of extra virgin olive oil, or omit if avoiding oil.

Serving Suggestions

I love dipping my favorite veggies (crudites) into this tasty hummus, along with homemade crackers with chickpea flour or pita wedges.

Spread this flavorful dip on sandwiches, like a falafel sandwich.

In this linked roundup, I've covered more traditional and contemporary ways to eat hummus.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.

I do not recommend freezing cilantro lime hummus.

More Vegan Hummus Recipes

If you love this recipe, I know you'll love my jalapeno cilantro hummus or my creamy hummus with lemon zest.

How about trying a fragrantly herbaceous basil hummus? It's fabulous!

For a playful twist, give beet hummus a try it's a bright pink dip or for a toned down pink give this hummus with kidney beans a try.

If you've made it this far, chances are you're a hummus enthusiast. Consider delving deeper into this Middle Eastern dip and exploring the nuances between baba ganoush and hummus.