This Creamy Buffalo Hummus Dip is a healthy and delicious appetizer that’s so easy to make. Add all the ingredients to a food processor, blend, and transfer to a bowl. Serve with pita bread, crackers, or veggies, and you have a super flavorful appetizer that’s also vegan and gluten-free. Don’t forget to bookmark this dip for the next big game day!
Hummus is a staple in our household, and I love making my own. It’s fun to experiment with different flavor combinations and this Creamy Buffalo Hummus is a favorite. Enjoy this healthy, protein-packed appetizer with pita bread, veggies, crackers, or added to sandwiches, wraps, and salads.
It’s a healthy snack option – Hummus contains almost 20 grams of protein per cup and 15 grams of fiber. This makes hummus a great snack choice throughout the day, especially when paired with veggies or whole-grain crackers.
It’s full of flavor – I love the flavor of buffalo. It’s tangy, sweet, spicy, and buttery. It goes great with refreshing veggies like cucumber and celery.
Why Your Body Will Love This Zesty Hummus
Digestion – A high-fiber diet is imperative for good digestive health, and chickpeas contain 35 grams of fiber per cup of cooked beans. Beans have a mixture of soluble and insoluble fiber, which greatly benefit the digestive process. Soluble fiber absorbs water in the digestive tract, helping regulate the absorption of nutrients. It also binds to the bile in the digestive tract, carrying out toxins that would otherwise recirculate throughout the body. Insoluble fiber helps bulk up our stool, ensuring that things run smoothly.
Blood Sugar Regulation – Chickpeas are high in fiber and protein, giving them a low glycemic index. This means they digest slowly and don’t cause blood sugar levels to spike or rise too quickly. This makes chickpeas a healthy choice for people with diabetes who need to control their blood sugar levels more.
Heart Health – Legumes contain a significant amount of soluble fiber, which helps decrease cholesterol absorption in the bloodstream. Lowering the “bad” cholesterol in the body can significantly reduce the chances of a stroke or heart attack.
Buffalo Hummus Dip Recipe Ingredients
Chickpeas – I used two cans of chickpeas for this recipe, but you can definitely use home-cooked chickpeas instead. If you can’t find chickpeas, white or pinto beans are great substitutes.
Buffalo Sauce – I love using Sweet Baby Ray’s store-bought buffalo sauce. It comes ready to go, and the taste is so good. They have a mild and regular version. If you can’t find this exact buffalo sauce, you should be able to find something similar at the grocery store.
Tahini – Tahini is ground sesame paste and is traditional in hummus recipes. I love the nutty flavor and creaminess it adds.
Lemon Juice – Lemon juice adds a nice tangy freshness to this hummus recipe. Lime juice can also be used if needed.
Garlic – I always add fresh garlic to my hummus recipes, and this one is no different. You can add as many cloves as you like, but I recommend at least one.
Spices – I also like adding a bit of cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika for extra flavor.
How To Make Easy Buffalo Hummus
For extra smooth hummus, boil chickpeas for about 20 minutes with 1/4 teaspoon baking soda. You can also peel your chickpeas, but I don’t find that to be worth the time.
Add the tahini, buffalo sauce, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, garlic, and onion powder to a food processor. Turn on and blend until mostly combined.
Next, add the chickpeas and salt. Turn the food processor on and blend until the desired texture is reached. Add in about 2-4 Tablespoons of ice water while blending until the desired consistency is reached. You can also use the leftover chickpea liquid or olive oil if you prefer.
Give the hummus a taste and add any extra salt, spices, or buffalo sauce needed. Store hummus in the refrigerator, in an air-tight container, for 4-5 days. Enjoy with veggies, crackers, chips, and so much more! Garnish with thinly sliced green onion and a drizzle of buffalo sauce when serving, if desired.
Recipe Frequently Asked Questions
To ensure that this recipe is gluten-free, use a certified gluten-free buffalo sauce.
This recipe is already vegan.
Is this hummus spicy? You can make it as spicy or as mild-tasting as you like. I prefer to use a mild buffalo sauce, so mine isn’t too spicy.
How long does this hummus last? If stored in an air-tight container or in the refrigerator, hummus should stay fresh for about five days.
Is hummus freezer-friendly? Yes, hummus is freezer-friendly. However, it may not maintain its exact texture through the freezing and thawing process. Freeze hummus in an air-tight, freezer-friendly container and freeze for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature. Mix well before eating.
How should this hummus be enjoyed? Hummus is great with pita, crackers, and veggies. You can also add it to wraps, sandwiches, salads, and more.
Have a question I didn’t answer? Ask me in the comment section below, and I will get back to you ASAP!
This Creamy Buffalo Hummus Dip is a healthy and delicious appetizer that is so easy to make. Add all the ingredients to a food processor, blend and then transfer to a bowl. Serve with pita bread, crackers or veggies and you have a super flavorful appetizer that just happens to be vegan and gluten free. Don’t forget to bookmark for the next big game day!
Ingredients
2 (15 oz) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup tahini
1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon buffalo sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1–2 cloves garlic
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
2–4 tablespoons ice water
Sliced green onion, for garnish
Serve with pita bread, crackers or veggies
Instructions
For extra smooth hummus, you can boil your chickpeas for about 20 minutes with 1/4 teaspoon baking soda. You can also peel your chickpeas, but I don’t find that to be worth the time.
To a food processor, add the tahini, buffalo sauce, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, garlic and onion powder. Turn on and blend until mostly combined.
Next, add in the chickpeas and salt. Turn food processor on and blend until desired texture is reached. Add in about 2-4 tablespoons of ice water in, while blending, until desired consistency is reached. You can also use the leftover chickpea liquid or olive oil if you prefer.
Give the hummus a taste and add any extra salt, spices or buffalo sauce needed. Store hummus in the refrigerator, in an air-tight container, for 4-5 days. Enjoy with veggies, crackers, chips and so much more!
My dairy-free Green Goddess Dressing is easy to make, versatile, and packed with flavor. The tahini base adds a nuttiness that pairs perfectly with the fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon juice. Enjoy this vibrant homemade dressing on salads, pasta, sandwiches, pizza, and more.
Fresh herbs are one of my favorite things to grow in the garden each summer. They grow quickly and are usually easy to maintain. I love having them on hand to throw into salads, sandwiches, hummus, drinks, and more. This dairy-free Green Goddess Dressing has to be one of the best ways to use them! It’s packed with flavor and perfect for all your summer salad needs. Let me know in the comments if you try it!
Why You’ll Love This Refreshing Summer Dressing
Vibrant color – You’ll love the bright green color of this fresh Green Goddess dressing. It’s made with lots of fresh herbs, and I love that you can really tell that just by looking at it.
Flavorful – This tahini-based dressing is anything but boring. Each bite is packed with the flavors of fresh herbs, lemon juice, and garlic. It is also easy to customize based on your favorite herbs.
Versatile – My dairy-free green goddess dressing can be used in many ways. I like to have it on hand for summer salads, but it can also be used as a sandwich or wrap spread, a marinade for tofu or fish, and can even be tossed into pasta salad for a fresh and flavorful dressing.
Why Your Body Will Love This Healthy Salad Dressing
Fresh Herbs – Fresh herbs can help support the immune system in many ways. They’re packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which help fight disease by combating harmful free radicals. Herbs like mint, parsley, and dill can also help stimulate the appetite and aid the digestive process.
Tahini – Tahini is a paste made from sesame seeds, perfect for dressings and sauce recipes. It’s a great source of vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats. Although tahini contains a small amount of saturated fat, most of its fats are polyunsaturated (omega-6 fatty acids) and monounsaturated, which is great for overall health.
Green Goddess Dressing Recipe Ingredients
Tahini – I love using tahini in my salad dressings because it adds creaminess without adding any dairy. It’s a great base for this recipe and goes well with all of the fresh herbs.
Vinegar – I like to add a little bit of red wine vinegar to this recipe. It pairs well with lemon juice, adding a bit more depth of flavor.
Lemon Juice – Fresh lemon juice is a must in almost all of my salad dressings. It really brightens everything up, and I tend to always have them on hand.
Garlic – I prefer using fresh garlic for this recipe over store-bought minced garlic. You can add as much or as little garlic as you like. Granulated garlic can also be used, if you prefer.
Fresh Herbs – For my green goddess dressing recipe, I used a mixture of basil, parsley, mint, green onion, and dill. You can use any fresh herbs you like, though. Leave out the ones you don’t care for and add extra of the ones you enjoy.
How To Make Dairy-Free Green Goddess Dressing
Add all the dressing ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend on high speed until creamy and smooth, about 1 minute. Dressing should be light green in color. Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed, and add extra lemon juice or water if necessary to thin it out.
Green goddess dressing should be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. Dressing is freshest if enjoyed within a week. Use this dressing on salads, sandwiches, wraps, pasta, and more.
Recipe Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe is already both gluten-free and vegan.
Is this recipe spicy? No, mine was not spicy at all. If you want extra spice, I recommend adding in a few pickled jalapeños or some cayenne pepper.
Does this dressing require fresh herbs? Yes, I use only fresh herbs in this dressing recipe. You are welcome to experiment with dried herbs, but I haven’t done so yet. I will update the post when I do.
How should this green goddess dressing be used? It can be used in various ways, including on salads, pasta, sandwiches, wraps, vegetables, and more.
How long does this salad dressing last? If stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator, leftovers should last about 1 week.
Do all the herbs listed have to be used? No, I used all my favorite fresh herbs, but if there’s some that you don’t like or can’t get, feel free to substitute them with what you have.
Have a question I didn’t answer? Ask me in the comment section below, and I will get back to you ASAP!
My dairy free Green Goddess Dressing is easy to make, versatile and packed with so much flavor. The tahini base adds a nuttiness that goes so well with all of the fresh herbs, garlic and lemon juice. Enjoy this vibrant homemade dressing on salads, pasta, sandwiches, pizza and more.
Ingredients
1/2 cup tahini
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon tamari, or soy sauce
1–2 cloves garlic
1 cup a mix of your favorite leafy fresh herbs*
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Add all the dressing ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend on high speed until creamy and smooth, about 1 minute. Dressing should be light green in color. Taste and adjust any seasonings as needed, and add extra lemon juice or water if you need to thin it out at all.
Green goddess dressing should be stored in an air-tight container, in the refrigerator. Dressing is freshest if enjoyed within a week. Use this dressing on salads, sandwiches, wraps, pasta and more.
Notes
*I used a mixture of parsley, dill, basil, green onion, and mint. You can use any kind of fresh herbs you like.
Prep Time: 15 mins
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