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Creamy Avocado Hummus Recipe – A Healthy Mediterranean Twist on Classic Hummus

You know I love a good mezze platter — it’s colorful, flavorful, and meant to be shared with laughter and a good glass of wine. But once in a while, I like to add something unexpected. This creamy avocado hummus is one of those little twists that surprises people in the best way.


It’s a mash-up of the velvety texture of hummus and the richness of ripe avocado, blended with garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs. I first made it on a warm spring day in Cannes, when I wanted something light but still indulgent. Since then, it’s become a regular on my mezze table — healthy, vibrant, and an instant favorite among guests.


Serve it with warm pita, crunchy veggies, or alongside grilled fish. It's a Mediterranean-style hummus that checks all the boxes: quick, healthy, and full of flavor.


📌 Definitely a must try recipe.


Avocado Hummus with Olive Oil and Chickpeas – Perfect for a Mediterranean Mezze Platter
Avocado Hummus with Olive Oil and Chickpeas – Perfect for a Mediterranean Mezze Platter

Avocado Hummus Recipe


Serves: 4–6 as part of a mezze platter

Prep time: 10 minutes


Ingredients:

  • 1 ripe avocado

  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas (or canned, drained and rinsed)

  • 2 tablespoons tahini

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (plus extra for drizzling)

  • Juice of 1 lemon

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 2–3 tablespoons cold water

  • Salt to taste

  • Handful of fresh flat leaf parsley or cilantro

👩‍🍳 Optional toppings: a sprinkle of za’atar, sesame seeds, roasted chickpeas or Turkish Pul Biner (chili flakes)


Preparation::

1. In a food processor, blend the chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt until smooth.


2. Add the avocado and herbs. Blend again until creamy. Add cold water a tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.


3. Taste and adjust salt, lemon, or garlic to your preference.


4. Scoop into a serving bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with your choice of toppings.


5. Serve with pita wedges, cucumber sticks, radishes, or spread on toast.


Serving Tip:

This avocado hummus is perfect as part of a spring mezze platter — pair it with grilled vegetables, herbed labneh, olives, and lightly toasted flatbread.




 
 
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