Pumpkin Spice Pepper Hummus: The Perfect Thanksgiving Appetizer
Get ready to delight your guests this Thanksgiving with a unique and flavorful appetizer that captures the essence of the season. Pumpkin Spice Pepper Hummus is a vibrant twist on classic hummus, blending the warm spices of autumn with the rich and creamy texture of hummus. Perfect for any holiday gathering, this appetizer is a delicious combination of pumpkin, roasted red peppers, and a dash of warming spices. It’s a delightful prelude to your Thanksgiving feast, offering a tantalizing taste of the fall season in every bite.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes
Total: 1 hour, 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 cup canned pumpkin
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 gram harissa seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Remove stem and seeds from the red pepper, then place it in a small baking pan and roast in the oven for an hour.
- Take it out of the oven and allow the pepper to cool for 15 minutes.
- Place the roasted pepper, the cup of canned pumpkin, and the spices into a blender and pulse until it forms a creamy, thick puree.
- Finally, use the pumpkin pepper “hummus” just as you would regular hummus.
- Serve with fresh vegetables and enjoy!
This recipe may be suitable for those on renal diets, CKD, diabetes and who have had a kidney transplant.
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