Vegan Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Snack Cups with Fresh Herbs
Smoky, vibrant, and almost too pretty to eat, these little cucumber cups are the kind of snack that disappears from a platter before you've even finished arranging them. The hummus itself is blended until impossibly smooth — roasted red peppers folding into chickpeas and tahini with a hit of cumin, smoked paprika, and fresh lemon juice for a flavor that feels way more complex than the effort involved. Hollowed-out cucumber rounds act as crisp, refreshing vessels that keep everything naturally light and completely plant-based without any workarounds or substitutions needed. A scatter of fresh parsley, torn mint, and optional chives on top adds a herby brightness that cuts right through the richness of the tahini. The whole thing comes together in one food processor and a little careful spooning — no cooking, no fuss. This makes four servings, so it's ideal for a casual gathering or a week of genuinely satisfying afternoon snacks.
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4 servings
For the hummus
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup roasted red peppers (from a jar), drained and patted dry
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1 clove garlic, peeled
- 2 tbsp olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika, plus more for garnish
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 2 tbsp ice water, or more as needed
For the cups
- 2 large english cucumbers, cut into 1-inch rounds
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the chickpeas, roasted red peppers, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt in a food processor. Process for about 1 minute, until the mixture is roughly combined.
- 2
With the processor running, drizzle in the ice water one tablespoon at a time and continue processing for 2–3 minutes, until the hummus is very smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust salt and lemon juice as needed.
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