Pumpkin Hummus with Pomegranate Drizzle
A vibrant, flavor-packed, quick & easy dish
Daily recipe · September 17, 2025
A little about this dish
Inspired by the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean, this quick and easy dish is a twist on the traditional hummus. We celebrate the season's produce by using pumpkin, adding a splash of color and gentle sweetness to balance the savory tahini. Lemon zest gives it a vibrant lift, while pomegranate arils offer a pop of freshness.
Ingredients (for 4)
- Pumpkin puree — 2 cups
- Chickpeas — 1 cup
- Tahini — 1/2 cup
- Lemon — 1 — Juiced and zested
- Garlic cloves — 2 — minced
- Ground cumin — 1 teaspoon
- Extra-virgin olive oil — 1/2 cup
- Pomegranate seeds — 1/2 cup
- Fresh mint leaves — for garnish
- Salt — to taste
- Pita breads — 4
Preparation
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Step 1 — 🎃🍋🧄In a food processor, combine the pumpkin puree, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, ground cumin, and a pinch of salt.
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Step 2 — 🌪🫒Process until smooth, then slowly drizzle in the olive oil while the processor is running.
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Step 3 — 🧂👅Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning with salt as needed.
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Step 4 — 🍵🍃🥙Transfer the hummus to a bowl and garnish it with pomegranate seeds and fresh mint leaves. Serve with warmed pita bread.
A final fox tip
Did you know, apart from adding a splash of festive color, pomegranate seeds offer a wealth of benefits including being rich in fibre and antioxidants? As a variation, kids can help prepare their own garnishes - consider options like sesame seeds, olives or even mini pumpkin seeds for a thematic twist. Either way, each bite promises to take your tastebuds on a Mediterranean sojourn.