Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus Recipe without Tahini | Food Faith Fitness (2024)

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This EASY, spicy Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus Recipe without Tahini is going to be your new favorite snack or sandwich spread! Gluten free, vegan and healthy!

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I have something really exciting to tell you.

You can make hummus right now without going to store to buy tahini. <–(!!!)

I mean maybe that isn’t super exciting to you because, like me, you’re the kind of person that always has tahini on hand for when the craving strikes you want to make paleo sweet potato brownies with tahini or paleo chocolate muffins with tahini.

But, MAYBE, unlike me, you still aren’t really into putting tahini in baked goods (or, like, ANYTHING) so you don’t have it at home.

So, then you find some delicious hummus recipe that you want to make that calls for just a FEW tablespoons of the stuff, which leads to angry you having to buy it and let it die a slow and painful death in the back of your fridge after since you never use it.

You don’t even want to see the back of my fridge. I have had that situation happen in my life with WAY too many ingredients. It’s a scary place back there.

I know you can relate to this real-life-BAD-situation.

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Anyway. This SPICY hummus recipe is NOT THAT RECIPE.

Can you make hummus without tahini?

YES – you can totally make hummus without tahini, and this cilantro lime hummus is PROVING THAT.

Does it taste a little bit different than a traditional, tahini-based hummus? Yes, it does. But MOST DEFINITELY not in a bad way.

If you’re like me, where you can eat cilantro lime flavored anything for ever and ever the end you’re going to taste all the spicy-tangy-lime-a-licious-jalapeno action, and are going to be not ONE BIT mad that this cilantro hummus recipe without tahini ain’t traditional.

It is going to be making your lunch dreams come true when you spread it on some cauliflower fritters with hummus, Copycat Panera Hummus Chicken Power Salad or maybe some kind of sandwich or a wrap? You could even use it in some grilled herb hummus chicken kebabs!

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OR MAYBE you’re more of a snacker and like to dip stuff in it?

My preference is dipping RIGHT ON INTO cilantro hummus with my FINGER.

Buuuut, carrot sticks work too if you want to feel more civilized.

The hummus eating options are really your oyster. THEY ARE ENDLESS.

How long can you keep hummus in the fridge?

The one down-side of making homemade hummus is that it doesn’t have as long of a shelf life. This hummus is good in an air-tight container for about 5 days to a week.

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Buuuut, really, it will probably be gone in 2 seconds on account of aforementioned endless opportunities for eating its herby, garlicy and spicy goodness.

Before you even THINK about skipping the “de-skinning the chickpeas” step, JUST STOP that thought RIIIIGHT THERE.

I know, you hate me for making you do it but DON’T SKIP IT! De-skinning the chickpeas makes your cilantro lime hummus so creamy, dreamy smooth that you could ALMOST curl up in it and use it as a spicy little sleeping bag.

That might be weird, but you’ll understand when you try this Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus Recipe without Tahini. PROMISE.

So, like, why are you still here?

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Kale Easy Homemade Hummus without Tahini
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Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus Recipe without Tahini

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Serves: 11 Servings (About 2 Tbsp per serving)

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Prep: 10 minutes minutes

Total: 10 minutes minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 15 oz Can chickpeas drained and deskinned *
  • 2 Tbsp Cilantro roughly chopped
  • 2 Cloves of garlic peeled
  • 1 Tbsp Jalapeno roughly chopped (about 1/2 a jalapeno)
  • 1/2 Tbsp Fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp Fresh lime juice
  • Pinch of Salt and Pepper
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp Water

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients, up to the olive oil and water in a small food processor and blend until smooth.

  • With the machine running, stream in the Olive oil and water and continue processing until super creamy and smooth.

  • Spread on ALL THE THINGS.

Nutrition Info:

Calories: 62kcal (3%) Carbohydrates: 8.7g (3%) Protein: 1.9g (4%) Fat: 2.4g (4%) Saturated Fat: 0.3g (2%) Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g Monounsaturated Fat: 1.5g Sodium: 114mg (5%) Potassium: 68mg (2%) Fiber: 1.7g (7%) Sugar: 0.1g Vitamin A: 20IU Vitamin C: 2.8mg (3%) Calcium: 12mg (1%) Iron: 0.5mg (3%)

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Nutrition Facts

Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus Recipe without Tahini

Amount Per Serving

Calories 62Calories from Fat 22

% Daily Value*

Fat 2.4g4%

Saturated Fat 0.3g2%

Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g

Monounsaturated Fat 1.5g

Sodium 114mg5%

Potassium 68mg2%

Carbohydrates 8.7g3%

Fiber 1.7g7%

Sugar 0.1g0%

Protein 1.9g4%

Vitamin A 20IU0%

Vitamin C 2.8mg3%

Calcium 12mg1%

Iron 0.5mg3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Weight Watchers Points Per Serving: Freestyle SmartPoints: 0 Points+: 2. Old Points: 1

(per about 2 Tbsp)

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FAQs

What happened to Trader Joe's jalapeno cilantro hummus? ›

Shoppers at Trader Joe's are passionate about their favorite products, which can easily lead to heartbreak when the store makes changes. This is definitely the case with the chain's wildly popular cilantro jalapeño hummus, which has been officially discontinued, according to The U.S. Sun.

How many calories are in cilantro jalapeno hummus? ›

size: 2 tbsp (32g), Amount per serving: Calories 45, Total Fat 3g (4% DV), Sat. Fat 0g (0% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest.

Why is my homemade hummus so bland? ›

Tahin and garbanzo beans are typically quite bland and since they make up most of the the bulk of the ingredients, without salt, your hummus will be pretty tasteless. I do a few things that elevate my hummus. I sauté my garlic in good olive oil with ground cumin before adding it.

How do you take the bitterness out of hummus? ›

If you've already made a batch and it's bitter, instead of throwing it out, just double the quantities of all of the other ingredients to dilute the flavour a bit… Don't worry you can freeze half if it's too much.

Is cilantro hummus discontinued at Trader Joe's? ›

Cilantro Jalapeño Hummus

For those who enjoy a dip with a kick, Cilantro Jalapeño Hummus fit the bill. However, this item is no longer in stores, much to shoppers' dismay. "NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! It's basically the only reason I ever go [to Trader Joe's]," one Reddit user bemoaned.

Is Trader Joe's discontinuing products in 2024? ›

Here are some products that will no longer be here in January 2024: Jingle Jangle chocolate holiday mix. Dark Chocolate Stars cookies. Taste Test of Caramels.

Is cilantro high in calories? ›

Cilantro contains vitamins A, C, and K, and the leaves also have folate, potassium, and manganese. However, it's rarely eaten in large enough amounts to be a significant source of these nutrients. 1 tablespoon of cilantro contains: Calories: 0.

How many carbs are in jalapeno hummus? ›

Whole Foods Jalapeno Hummus (1 serving) contains 4g total carbs, 3g net carbs, 6g fat, 2g protein, and 70 calories.

How much is 100 calories of hummus? ›

100 calories = 9 teaspoons, a little over 3 tablespoons, or ⅕ 8-oz container Cedar's Hommus. Good news, hummus lovers! You can add another tablespoon to your standard serving and hit 100 calories. Made from a great protein source, chickpeas, hummus is also full of healthy fats and fiber.

What can I add to hummus to make it tastier? ›

Next, enhance the blank slate of flavor with a few squeezes of lemon juice, a sprinkling of garlic salt, a turn of freshly cracked pepper, a heavy-handed sprinkle of paprika, and a generous drizzle of your nicest olive oil. Bonus points if you have an herby olive oil on hand with a little color to it.

How to jazz up homemade hummus? ›

Add Some Nice Spice

Spices like paprika, cayenne pepper and sumac all lend a marvelous layer of nuance to a classic hummus dip. Seasoning your hummus with spices is perfect when you want to supercharge your hummus dishes with flavor. This trick also works with making canned soup taste better.

Is hummus fattening or good for you? ›

Many people worry, and ask “is hummus fattening” as they begin their diet. This is unfortunate, because humus can be a great snack to actually aid weight loss. That's because monounsaturated fats help you lose weight – specifically belly fat.

Why do you put baking soda in hummus? ›

Baking soda: Adding baking soda to the chickpeas helps make the legume easier to digest, softer, and makes them easy to peel. Don't skip this ingredient! Lemon juice: I never suggest using pre-bottled lemon juice, but I especially urge you not to in homemade hummus.

Why doesn't my homemade hummus taste good? ›

If your Hummus tastes bland, start by adding more salt. You can also add more lemon juice or garlic, or stir in some fresh herbs, spices, roasted peppers, and more (see below for more tips).

Why is my tahini so bitter? ›

Bitterness is generally part and parcel of tahini - it's how ground sesame seeds taste. What you will find, however, is that some tahini can taste more bitter than others. This is down to a few things; like how that particular tahini is processed, or the levels of something called oxalic acid in the hulls of the seeds.

Is Trader Joe's spicy hummus discontinued? ›

Cesiah Sosa on X: "BREAKING: the Trader Joe's spicy hummus was discontinued on Dec. 22nd.

Did Trader Joe's discontinue cauliflower jalapeno dip? ›

Trader Joe's confirmed to the U.S. Sun it will no longer stock its creamy cauliflower jalapeno dip, vegan salmonesque spread, multi-grain waffles and cilantro and jalapeno hummus. But shoppers have taken to social media in their droves to complain about the axes.

Why does Trader Joes discontinue popular items? ›

Our mission is to bring you the best quality products at the best prices. To do this, we have to manage our store space smartly. If a product is not earning its spot on our shelves, then we discontinue it to make room for something new. We do not enter into the decision to discontinue a product lightly.

Did Trader Joe's discontinue Joe Joes? ›

Trader Joe's Reformulated Joe-Joe's

On its website, Trader Joe's explained that “in recent memory, the classic Joe-Joe's we all knew and loved simply weren't matching our expectations. So we partnered with a long-time supplier to create a next-generation Joe-Joe worthy of the name.”

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