Hard Squash Hummus Recipe

Name: Hard Squash Hummus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds hard squash, such as delicata or butternut; 1 cup extra virgin olive oil (plus 2 tablespoons); 2 heads garlic, separated into cloves and peeled (about 1/2 cup cloves); 2 serrano peppers, sliced in half, stems and seeds removed; 1/4 cup tahini; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 drop Plain yogurt for garnish (optional); 1 pinch Cilantro leaves for garnish (optional); 1 pinch Roasted pumpkin seeds for garnish (optional); 1 handful Crusty bread, pita, or crackers

Servings: persons

2 pounds hard squash, such as delicata or butternut
1 cup extra virgin olive oil (plus 2 tablespoons)
2 heads garlic, separated into cloves and peeled (about 1/2 cup cloves)
2 serrano peppers, sliced in half, stems and seeds removed
1/4 cup tahini
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 drop Plain yogurt for garnish (optional)
1 pinch Cilantro leaves for garnish (optional)
1 pinch Roasted pumpkin seeds for garnish (optional)
1 handful Crusty bread, pita, or crackers

1
Preheat the oven to 350u00b0 F. Cut squash in half and remove seeds. Rub flesh with 2 tablespoons olive oil and 2 generous pinches salt.
2
Place squash cut side down in roasting pan and bake until very soft, about 1 hour.
3
While squash is baking, place garlic, serranos, and remaining olive oil in a small pot over low heat. Poach garlic and peppers in oil until completely soft (30 to 40 minutes). Garlic should be very lightly browned.
4
Scoop out flesh from roasted squash and place in food processor. Add garlic-poaching olive oil, garlic, serranos, tahini and lemon juice. Puree until smooth, about 1 minute. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
5
Hummus texture will vary depending on squash variety and size; add up to 1/2 cup water until desired consistency is reached. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours and up to 1 week.
6
Garnish each cup of hummus with 1/4 cup yogurt, 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds, and sprinkling of cilantro leaves. Serve with crusty bread, pita, or crackers.

2792

kcal

Calories

245

Fat

141

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds hard squash, such as delicata or butternut, 1 cup extra virgin olive oil (plus 2 tablespoons), 2 heads garlic, separated into cloves and peeled (about 1/2 cup cloves), 2 serrano peppers, sliced in half, stems and seeds removed, and more.

Yes, Hard Squash Hummus falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Hard Squash Hummus

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