Hummus is an easy dip to make and a healthy one to keep on hand. Keep reading for 40 amazing ideas for what to dip in hummus!
Hummus is always in my refrigerator because it is one of my family's favorite things! My kids love having hummus and carrots for snack and I love it because it's one of the best things that I can give them for snacks. Each week I make my own hummus to keep in the refrigerator because it is so much cheaper than buying the premade hummus at the grocery store.
When you are looking for a snack, hummus is a great option. It's loaded with fiber and protein and will keep you full for a long time!
What is Hummus?
The main ingredient in classic hummus is garbanzo beans or chick peas. Traditional hummus also has tahini (ground sesame seeds) and lemon juice. It's a staple in the middle east and is eaten often throughout the day.
How to Make Hummus
Hummus dip could not be easier to make! I like making Instant Pot hummus, but you have to cook the garbanzo beans in the Instant Pot first.
To make hummus, add 2 cans of drained chick peas, ½ cup of tahini, and the juice of one lemon to a food processor. An optional step is to add ¼ cup of olive oil to the food processor as well. Turn the food processor on and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper and refrigerator the hummus until you are ready to use it.
There are lots of new hummus recipes out there that include creative ideas to enjoy this healthy dip! If you like hummus, you'll love this eggplant dip too!
- Red Pepper Hummus. When making hummus, add a drained jar of roasted red peppers to the rest of the ingredients in the food processor.
- Chocolate Hummus. This might seem strange, but dessert hummus has become all the rage recently! This chocolate hummus recipe is delicious!
- Garlic Hummus. You can add fresh garlic or roasted garlic into the food processor.
- Spicy Hummus. Add sriracha or crushed red pepper flakes to the food processor.
What to Dip In Hummus?
The possibilities are endless on what to dip in hummus! Here are some of the best ways to enjoy this creamy dip!
- Veggies. Bell pepper slices, carrot sticks, snap peas, cucumber slices, celery sticks, or any of your favorite raw vegetables are a delicious way to enjoy hummus.
- Chips. Bagel chips, pita chips, tortilla chips, or black bean chips are all a great addition to a hummus platter.
- Crackers. Wheat things, Triscuits, Ritz crackers, or your favorite rice crackers can also be added to a hummus tray.
- Sandwiches. Though you may not dip a sandwich in hummus, it is a great way to add more flavor to your sandwich or wrap without adding extra fat from mayonnaise.
How Long Does Hummus Last?
Homemade hummus will stay fresh in the refrigerator up to 5 days. The hummus can also stay at room temperature for a bit on a platter, but for prolonged period of time, it should be refrigerated in an airtight container.
Can You Freeze Hummus?
Yes! Surprisingly you can! Make sure you place hummus in a freezer friendly container but it will stay in the freezer up to 3 months. When you are ready to use the hummus, place it in the refrigerator to defrost and then serve the delicious hummus with lots of veggies and crackers.
When serving hummus, add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil to make plain hummus even more delicious!
What To Dip in Hummus
Crisp and full of herbs, these sourdough crackers with herbs and olive oil are the perfect treat to add to your appetizer spread! Dip them in your favorite dip or eat them just like chips! They are easy to make and full of flavor!
Chewy, and salty, these Sourdough Pretzel Bites are perfect game day treat! These pretzel bites have no yeast, so it's a great way to use up some of your sourdough starter!
Ready in under 30 minutes, 3 ingredient pretzel bites are a perfect crowd pleasing snack when you need something quick, easy, and delicious!
Cheesy, crispy, and a great way to use up that extra sourdough discard, these sourdough discard cheese crackers are full of flavor and easy to make! You won't go back to the store bought stuff after you make your own at home!
With only 4 ingredients, and ready in 2 hours, this Rustic Bread is proofed in the Instant Pot and so easy to make! You won't believe how soft the crumb, yet how crunchy the crust is.
Is there anything better than a crusty loaf of sourdough bread? Don't wait hours and hours for the bread to be ready, cut the time in half by using your Instant Pot! You can have fresh, crusty Sourdough Bread ready to eat in only a few hours!
These simple soft Brioche Dinner Rolls are easy to make, made with only a few simple ingredients, and ready in just a few hours. They are a must make at your next dinner party!
Soft and buttery, these fluffy Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls are so easy to make and much better than anything you would get in the store! In only a few hours, you'll have the most delicious rolls to serve with your dinner!
This simple Sourdough Focaccia is full of flavor and so easy to make! No kneading, and no fancy equipment, all you need is a little patience and a few high-quality ingredients! A great way to use your sourdough starter, this focaccia will be a new staple in your kitchen!
Would you believe me if I said you can go from ingredients to hot, crusty, delicious dinner rolls in 2 hours. That’s it! 2 hours! The process for these Instant Pot Dinner Rolls is sped up by the Instant Pot proofing the dough for you!
These sourdough dinner rolls have no yeast, a perfect crust, a chewy crumb, and are so easy to make! Pile them high in a bread basket and slather them with the best butter you can find! The best part is you don't have to knead them!
Crispy, crunchy, and so easy to make, Zucchini Fritte are a great appetizer to make for your family! If you are new to deep frying, this recipe is a great one to try out since it is so simple!
These spicy seasoned pretzels are an easy homemade snack great for dipping in hummus, guacamole or just eaten by themselves and easily adjusted to your taste!
Chia & Sesame Seed Crackers are vegan, healthy and utterly yummy! Perfect for scooping up hummus.
These healthy baked kale chips are quick and easy to make at home. They're a delicious snack food that’s surprisingly hard to stop eating!
Air Fryer Pita Chips not only taste great but they are golden brown and oh so crunchy! Made with only 2 simple ingredients and a little seasoning they can be ready in a matter of minutes. Ready to serve alongside any main meal, or to dip into a fresh tzatziki or your favorite creamy hummus.
Homemade pretzels that are soft and fluffy on the inside with a chewy and salted exterior. Easy to make and absolutely no rising time needed!
If you’re a sucker for salty snacks like I am, you’ve got to try this Spicy Pita Chips recipe! They’re incredibly easy to make and so much better than store-bought (cheaper, too!).
You will be hard pressed to go back to eating store bought naan after making this easy Naan bread recipe. With 4 basic ingredients and no special equipment, treat yourself to a delicious, versatile bread for dipping, scooping or filling.
It's our new favorite homemade cracker recipe! So thin, crispy, and all the flavor of your favorite bagel, these Everything Bagel Rye Crackers are a crispy, healthy snack the whole family will love.
This delicious Homemade Wheat Tortilla Bread recipe is extremely easy to make and only requires 4 simple ingredients without needing a trip to the shop. It is soft, tastes amazing, and is perfect for making wraps with your favorite fillings.
Cauliflower Chips Recipe - How to Make a Healthy and Tasty Snack
These Cauliflower Chips come out crisp and savory and can be enjoyed as is. However, find an excellent pairing for them, and you'll be all set for an even better treat!
Pita chips are great to have on hand for snacking. However, they're best suited to hummus for a crunchy alternative to fresh pita!
These air fryer potato wedges are a healthier version of traditional fried potatoes. They are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
This homemade veggie tray is an assortment of colorful vegetables paired with a variety of flavorful dips. A crudité platter is a must-have for any party or gathering, it’s always a big hit with both kids and adults alike!
This Lebanese Falafel Recipe is perfect for you if you want to learn how to make perfectly crisp and extremely flavorful homemade falafels. You can serve them as a side dish or appetizer with Tabbouleh (Lebanese Tabbouleh Salad) or Authentic Hummus.
Crispy plantain chips make a great dipper for hummus. These are a bit healthier cooked in the air fryer and they're naturally gluten free.
With this homemade wheat cracker recipe, you can recreate a boxed favorite! Our Healthy Homemade Wheat Thins are easy to make, have a little added nutrition, but still have the same amount of crispy crunch as the classic!
With this recipe, you can make innovative and crispy chips using beet. And the best thing about these chips is that they can be made within 25 minutes, soon after your children’s demand.
Air fryer radish chips are some quick and healthier snacks that are going to be loved by your family. You can dip them in hummus for varied taste
These Oven Roasted Fingerling Potatoes are made with just five simple ingredients and make the perfect weeknight side dish to dip in hummus. Perfectly tender on the inside and crispy on the outside, enjoy these delicious fingerling potatoes any day of the week in under 30 minutes.
This Naan Recipe without Yogurt is naturally vegan and dairy-free and is made with just 7 ingredients! It's a fool-proof recipe that is super easy to make even for beginners.
Try your hand at making homemade tortilla chips! These air fryer tortilla chips are super easy to make yourself. A little dash of Tijan seasoning gives them that perfect flavor!
Za’atar bread is a classic Middle Eastern seasoned flatbread. It is perfect for dipping into hummus.
Air fried crispy oyster mushrooms are easy to make and crispy crunchy! Best of all, they are also vegan friendly. Pairs beautifully with healthy hummus!
Homemade baguette crostini are crisp, crunchy, and easy to make with just two ingredients. And they taste so much better than store-bought. Fast and easy to make in the oven and are great as party appetizers.
These homemade parmesan rosemary crackers are an easy and fun recipe to make. They are great for snacking, alongside homemade dip or as an addition to a charcuterie board.
These easy salt and pepper wonton crackers are ready in just 10 minutes! Start with store bought wonton wrappers, brush them with oil, then hit them with a few spices and bake for a crispy, crunchy homemade cracker.
This homemade pita bread recipe is super easy to make, made with simple ingredients, and creates fluffy and pillowy pita pockets that you can fill with anything!
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