How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Orange-Basil Sweet Potato Hummus?

You need 8 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed, drained, and mashed, 1 sweet potato, cooked and mashed, ¼ cup orange juice (or to taste, can sub lemon juice), ¼ cup olive oil, and more.

Is Orange-Basil Sweet Potato Hummus suitable as vegetarian?

Yes, Orange-Basil Sweet Potato Hummus falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Orange-Basil Sweet Potato Hummus?

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

Orange-Basil Sweet Potato Hummus Recipe

Name: Orange-Basil Sweet Potato Hummus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed, drained, and mashed; 1 sweet potato, cooked and mashed; ¼ cup orange juice (or to taste, can sub lemon juice); ¼ cup olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, minced (or to taste); ¼ cup fresh basil leaf, minced; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; salt and black pepper

Try this homemade Orange-Basil Sweet Potato Hummus recipe the whole family will love. Made with chickpeas, sweet potato, orange juice and olive oil. Eas…

This Orange-Basil Sweet Potato Hummus relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as olive oil, fresh basil leaf, minced, cayenne pepper and salt and black pepper. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 315 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Vegetarian

Servings: persons

1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed, drained, and mashed
1 sweet potato, cooked and mashed
¼ cup orange juice (or to taste, can sub lemon juice)
¼ cup olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced (or to taste)
¼ cup fresh basil leaf, minced
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and black pepper

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
315 kcal
Category
Vegetarian

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