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    Home » Food and Drink » Sauces & Dips

    Caramelized Onion Hummus

    Published: Jul 20, 2022 by Jenna Urben · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This caramelized onion hummus recipe is going to be your new favorite hummus variation! It's creamy, flavorful, and easy to make.

    If you're looking for a crowd-pleasing dip to serve as an appetizer, this is the recipe for you!

    Hummus with caramelized onions is the perfect blend of sweet and savory, light, healthy, and super satisfying.

    Why you'll love this recipe

    It's naturally vegan & gluten free.

    The deep bold flavor of caramelized onion swirled into the smooth garlic lemon hummus is unlike any dip I've had before.

    Once you taste the quality of homemade hummus, you'll never buy store-bought again!

    It's the perfect recipe to meal prep ahead of time and snack on throughout the week.

    Equipment

    • Colander: I love my collapsible strainers!
    • Food processor: This small appliance is one of my most-used and is well-loved.
    • Frying pan: This nonstick skillet is great.

    Ingredients

    • Chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans)
    • Tahini
    • Olive oil
    • Lemon juice
    • Garlic
    • Sweet onions

    What is aquafaba?

    Aquafaba is the chickpea brine or the liquid found in a can of garbanzo beans.

    When you're draining the chickpeas, be sure to reserve some of the aquafaba! It can be used in place of egg whites in cooking and as a replacement in several other recipes.

    For hummus, I like blending in about 3-4 tablespoons of aquafaba. It's my secret for the fluffiest hummus you've ever tasted! The end result is incredibly smooth and creamy.

    Can I make hummus without tahini?

    Technically yes, but I reallyyy urge you to give tahini a try if you can!

    I used to omit tahini from homemade hummus, but it gives the dip its classic flavor and consistency.

    To make hummus without tahini, either leave it out completely or use a substitute like cashew butter, almond butter, or sunflower butter.

    How to Make

    To caramelize onions, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and let them start sweating. Stir in a pinch of salt and reduce heat to low. Cook the onions for 30-40 minutes, or until they are a deep golden brown, stirring every 10 minutes or so. You can optionally add balsamic vinegar for a deeper flavor.

    Toss the remaining hummus ingredients in a food processor and blend until completely smooth. You may need to scrape down the sides to get everything incorporated.

    Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, stir in about a quarter of the caramelized onions, then top with the remaining or desired amount.

    How to Serve

    Serve hummus with warm pita, crackers, and fresh vegetables like sliced cucumber, celery, radish, and bell peppers.

    How to Store Leftovers

    To store, place hummus in a sealed airtight container and place in the fridge for up to one week.

    Related Recipes

    Try these other homemade hummus recipes next:

    • Garlic Hummus
    • Spinach Hummus
    • Taco Inspired Hummus
    • Pumpkin Hummus
    • Roasted Jalapeno Hummus

    Homemade Caramelized Onion Hummus

    Author: Jenna Urben
    This caramelized onion hummus recipe is going to be your new favorite hummus variation! It's creamy, flavorful, and easy to make.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 30 minutes mins
    Total Time 40 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Snack
    Servings 6 servings

    Ingredients
      

    For the caramelized onions

    • 3 small sweet onions chopped
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

    For the homemade hummus

    • 3 cup cooked chickpeas (2 15-ounce cans) drained and rinsed
    • 3 tablespoon aquafaba (liquid inside the can of chickpeas) optional
    • ½ cup tahini
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 2 cloves of garlic
    • 1 lemon juiced
    • 1 teaspoon cumin
    • ½ teaspoon salt
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    Instructions
     

    • To caramelize onions, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and let them start sweating. Stir in a pinch of salt and reduce heat to low. Cook the onions for about 30 minutes, or until they are a deep golden brown, stirring every 10 minutes or so.
    • Place the hummus ingredients in a food processor and blend until completely smooth. You may need to scrape down the sides a couple times to get everything incorporated.
    • Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, stir in about a quarter of the caramelized onions, then top with the remaining or desired amount.
    • Serve hummus with warm pita, crackers, and fresh vegetables like sliced cucumber, celery, radish, and bell peppers.
    • Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
    Did you make this recipe?Please leave a star rating or review in the form below, then snap a picture and tag me @theurbenlife on Instagram!

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    About Jenna Urben

    Jenna Urben is the recipe developer, content creator, and storyteller behind The Urben Life. She has over 10 years experience adapting family favorite meals to fit allergy-friendly diets. Join Jenna as she shares delicious dairy-free recipes that are easy to follow with plenty of tips and alternatives.

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    1. Granny

      August 24, 2022 at 6:05 pm

      5 stars
      This really sounds like a good one!

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      • Jenna Urben

        August 24, 2022 at 6:06 pm

        Thank you 🙂 I'll make it next time!

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    2. Julie

      August 03, 2022 at 2:14 pm

      5 stars
      YUM! I am so making this! I have a few hummus lovers in the family, such a staple.

      Reply
      • Jenna Urben

        August 05, 2022 at 1:30 pm

        Yay 🙂 I can't wait to hear what y'all think!! We're big hummus fans over here too.

        Reply

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