## Savory Pumpkin Hummus

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 medium pumpkin, seeded and peeled (about 600g)
• 2 cans (14 ounces each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup tahini
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

• 20 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut the pumpkin into 1-inch cubes and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast for 45 minutes, or until tender and slightly browned.
3. In a food processor, combine the roasted pumpkin, chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, cilantro, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
4. Process until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
5. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories per serving: 200
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 10g
• Fiber: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Smooth and creamy texture
• Rich, savory flavor with hints of pumpkin and spices
• Versatile dip that can be served with chips, vegetables, crackers, or bread

User Comments:

• "This hummus is so delicious! It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory."
• "I love the pumpkin flavor. It's a great fall-themed dip."
• "This hummus is so easy to make. I'll definitely be adding it to my regular appetizer rotation."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To save time, you can use canned pumpkin puree instead of roasting fresh pumpkin.
• If you don't have tahini, you can substitute creamy peanut butter.
• Add a little bit of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.