Flavorful Mushroom Hummus with Sautéed Garlic

This mushroom hummus is a delicious combination of light and savory flavors in one dish. 

You get both the mild, earthy flavor from the chickpeas and the herby, savory taste of the sautéed mushrooms with garlic in each bite.

Its smooth texture is another reason you’ll love this hummus with mushrooms. Once all the ingredients have been blended, it has a creamy consistency. You’ll want to grab a spoon and start tasting it right away.

Why You’ll Love this Mushroom Hummus Recipe

Ingredients Needed For Mushroom Hummus

• 1½ cup cooked chickpeas (or Garbanzo beans)
• 2 cups white button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 2 garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp tahini (sesame paste)
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• ¼ cup vegetable broth 
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

Step-by-Step Preparation with Pictures

1. Preheat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a saucepan or a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms.

2. Cook the mushrooms on medium-high heat for 6 minutes or until they are golden brown.

3. Add chopped or minced garlic, salt, and pepper to the saucepan. Mix and cook for 3 more minutes. Set aside.

4. Place the cooked chickpeas into a bowl of a food processor or high speed blender.

5. Set aside some of the sautéed garlicky mushrooms for topping later. Add the rest to the chickpeas.

6. Now also add the other tablespoon of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, vegetable broth or mushroom stock, tahini, and salt to taste.

7. Mix on high speed until smooth and creamy. (Add more vegetable broth if desired).

8. Place the mushroom hummus on a large plate or in a bowl and smooth out the top using the back of a spoon. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to get as much of the hummus out of it as possible.

9. Top the hummus with the saved mushrooms and a drizzle of olive oil or truffle oil. Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley and/or ground black pepper.

Enjoy with your favorite toasted bread or crackers! Or as a spread.

Variation Ideas for this Mushroom Hummus

This recipe is so versatile and can be customized in a variety of ways. Here are some ideas.

Smoky Flavor: Make a roasted garlic hummus by adding a roasted garlic clove or two to the blender when making this recipe. It’ll add a smoky flavor to this dish. And if you can’t get enough of smoky flavor try this smoked cream cheese next.

Added Heat: If you love adding a bit of extra heat to your hummus, try mixing in some jalapeño peppers or adding cayenne pepper.

A Southwestern Flair: Replace the chickpeas in this hummus recipe with black beans to create more of a Southwestern flavor for your hummus.

A Sweet Flavor: To add a tang and some sweetness to this creamy dip, add some caramelized onion to the mushroom hummus. Red onion is best to use because of its sweet flavor.  You could also add a teaspoon ground cinnamon.

White Beans: For a lighter, nutty flavor to your recipe, replace the chickpeas with white beans to create a white bean hummus.

Load It Up: Add some olives, feta cheese, diced tomatoes, and some additional whole chickpeas to create a smashing loaded hummus. You’ll have trouble staying away from it until the bowl or plate is empty.

Serving Suggestions

Here are different ways to serve your mushroom hummus:

• Topping your hummus with fresh lemon zest will add a bright, fresh flavor.
• Herbs are a great way to finish off this homemade hummus. Some great choices are fresh parsley, cilantro, mint, or basil.
• Toasted sesame seeds or pine nuts would add a slightly sweet and nutty flavor to your hummus with mushrooms. They would also bring a crunchy texture you’ll enjoy.

• Create a vegetable platter with celery, cucumber, bell pepper, and carrot sticks with some of this creamy hummus in a bowl for a healthy snack or appetizer for after school or special occasions.
• Spread this hummus inside of warm pita bread with some smoked and chopped chicken, beef, or pork and shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes and pickles to create a tasty wrap sandwich or add to this air fryer pesto chicken sandwich for a filling lunch. 
• Make a charcuterie board with some chopped veggies, wedged pita bread and sourdough bread, cured meats, cheese, and other dips and spreads as an appetizer for a party or an easy snack idea.

Tips for Success

• If you’re using canned chickpeas, rinse and drain them. Then add to a large pot, cover with water, and add 1 tsp baking soda. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cook for 10-20 minutes until the chickpea skins are peeling off and they’re super soft.
• With dry chickpeas, soak them in a bowl of cold water overnight. Then rinse and cook them with 1 tsp baking soda for about an hour until very soft.
• If you don’t have vegetable stock, use some of the chickpea cooking water instead.

Storage

Store: Place your homemade hummus in an airtight container within two hours of making it. Store it in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Freeze:  Put your chickpea hummus in a freezer-safe airtight or sealed container. Then pour a thin of extra-virgin olive oil over the hummus to preserve its moisture. Place it in the freezer. It’ll last for up to 4 months.

Thaw: Remove your hummus from the freezer and place it in the fridge overnight to thaw. Once it has thawed, thoroughly stir your hummus to combine the separated oils and solids again. Leave it out of the fridge for half an hour to bring it to room temperature, or you could reheat it in the microwave if you prefer a warm hummus.

One Last Thing

This homemade mushroom hummus proves that a healthy snack can be incredibly flavorful and satisfying.

While it might be your first time incorporating sauteed mushrooms into hummus, it definitely won’t be your last.

This recipe is a delicious twist on a Middle Eastern classic, and it’s the perfect example of how a small tweak can take a familiar dish to a whole new level.

In just a few minutes, you can create a healthy snack or even a base for a light and flavorful entire meal.

So ditch the store-bought hummus and give this recipe a try – I’m sure you’ll include it in the list of your favorite delicious recipes!

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