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!
PIN Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus Recipe without Tahini
PIN Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus Recipe without Tahini
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.
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!
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.
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
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!
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.
Recipe Notes
* to deskin the chickpeas, drain and rinse them and then pour them onto a kitchen towel. Pick each one up and lightly rub your fingers together and a thin, papery skin will come off. Discard that and repeat with remaining chickpeas.
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Weight Watchers Points Per Serving: Freestyle SmartPoints: 0 Points+: 2. Old Points: 1
(per about 2 Tbsp)
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Nicole ~ Cooking for Keeps says
April 7, 2014 at 6:23 amI LOVE the flavor combination of this, such a unique spin on hummus!
Taylor Kiser says
April 7, 2014 at 9:59 amThanks lovely lady! Happy Monday!
Aimee @ ShugarySweets says
April 7, 2014 at 11:35 amHi My name is Aimee, and I’m a hummus addict! LOVE the jalapeno lime in here….must try soon!!
Taylor Kiser says
April 7, 2014 at 11:59 amThank you so much Aimee..you’ll love it if you love hummus! 🙂
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says
April 7, 2014 at 12:01 pmThis hummus looks so good!! Love it!
Taylor Kiser says
April 7, 2014 at 12:46 pmThanks friend!
Julia says
April 7, 2014 at 12:13 pmAs much as I love tahini, I never really understood its purpose in hummus. I guess to make it creamier? But you established the skinning-of-the-chickpea for sleeping bag consistency, so I’m thinking leaving out the tahini is no skin off my back (<- haha, get it? cause you skin the chickpeas? Ugh, it's so early…must.drink.more.coffee). Love this spicy delicious dippity diperooski!
Taylor Kiser says
April 7, 2014 at 12:48 pmThis whole comment just made my day. Yes to more coffee. Yes to not needing tahini and a definite yes to dippity diperooski!
Mary says
May 9, 2015 at 3:11 pmThe tahini is for flavor! Try pureeing just chickpeas – it’s unbearably bland.
Taylor Kiser says
May 9, 2015 at 3:54 pmOh I know. But there are other things in here that add flavor 🙂
Mary says
May 9, 2015 at 5:04 pmThat’s irrelevant. I was explaining why traditional hummus requires tahini. “I never really understood its purpose in hummus” implies hummus in general, not this recipe.
Taylor Kiser says
May 9, 2015 at 5:19 pmWell thanks for the explanation 🙂
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
April 7, 2014 at 12:33 pmWay to add a little kick to hummus! I’m pretty sure I could eat the entire batch in one sitting.
Taylor Kiser says
April 7, 2014 at 12:44 pmI almost did! Thanks Ashley!
Jenn @ Deliciously Sprinkled says
April 7, 2014 at 1:20 pmTaylor, hummus is my favorite and I love the combination of jalapeno and lime! Can’t wait to try this delicious hummus recipe! 🙂
Taylor Kiser says
April 7, 2014 at 3:43 pmYay! So glad you approve! Thanks Jenn 🙂
Heather at Basilmomma says
April 7, 2014 at 1:23 pmI love anything hummus!
Taylor Kiser says
April 7, 2014 at 3:46 pmThanks Heather!
Jenna says
April 7, 2014 at 1:33 pmI love anything spicy! This hummus looks great!!
Taylor Kiser says
April 7, 2014 at 3:43 pmThanks Jenna!!
Katherine says
April 7, 2014 at 2:00 pmOkay…I need to try this! I’m allergic to sesame seeds so I can’t use tahini…nice to see a recipe without it. And I LOVE the flavor combination of jalepeno, lime and cilantro. YUM!
Taylor Kiser says
April 7, 2014 at 3:43 pmOh! I’m so excited to make a hummus that you can eat! Thanks Katherine!
Katherine says
April 9, 2014 at 11:59 amOkay, Taylor…you are pretty much a genius. I made this last night and it was DELICIOUS. Thank you!!!
Taylor Kiser says
April 9, 2014 at 12:26 pmYAY!! I am so glad you loved it! 😀 Thank you for the sweet words!!!
Jennie @themessybakerblog says
April 7, 2014 at 2:05 pmI am such a Disney/Pixar junkie. My mom and I watched Frozen over the weekend. Do you want to build a snowman? Sorry, but I couldn’t resist. Meatballs 1 and 2 are on our list. Love this hummus, girl!
Taylor Kiser says
April 7, 2014 at 3:42 pmHahaha I LOVE that movie, so no apology necessary! Thanks pretty lady!
laramealor.com says
April 7, 2014 at 2:20 pmThis looks so yummy, I love that you have added the heat of a jalapeno!! Cant wait to try this.
http://www.laramealor.com/woot-woot-wednesday-aint-got-time-guide-de-winterize-skin/
Taylor Kiser says
April 7, 2014 at 3:41 pmI hope you love it! Thanks Lara, you’re always so sweet!
Kelly - LEFT SIDE OF THE TABLE says
April 7, 2014 at 2:23 pmHummus has been on my must make list for the loooongest time, Taylor! This looks like a wonderful combination of flavors (especially with that jalapeno kick!!) Looks super easy too! My favorite way to eat hummus is with carrots…haha no shame with eating it off your finger girl! Happy Monday 😀
Taylor Kiser says
April 7, 2014 at 3:40 pmHaha carrots is good too though! Thanks Kelly! Happy Monday to you too!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
April 7, 2014 at 3:19 pmI want this hummus right now! It looks so delicious! And I love that you didn’t use tahini. I haven’t made my own hummus before, but have been debating on whether I need that one ingredient when I do attempt it, and you totally swayed my opinion! And I also use my finger too when eating hummus (if no other vegetables are around, of course), it’s just so addicting!
Taylor Kiser says
April 7, 2014 at 3:39 pmI’m glad to help out – it’s totally not necessary!
Thanks Gayle!
Erin | The Emerging Foodie says
April 7, 2014 at 4:06 pmYUM. Hummus is one of my main food groups (ha!) and I’m loving this deeeeeelicious flavor combo. Not to mention your gorgeous photos. Yeeeee. I don’t quite know what that was but I think a sound of delight/excitement. Haha! Pinned! 🙂
Taylor Kiser says
April 7, 2014 at 5:00 pmHaha you’re so cute…thanks girl!
Meg @ The Housewife In Training Files says
April 7, 2014 at 7:56 pmHummus is my own food group. Along with ice cream. And peanut butter. And…I’m gonna stop there because I would be going on for awhile! Definitely making this as it is my favorite snack!
Taylor Kiser says
April 7, 2014 at 11:43 pmHaha sounds like we define food groups the same! Thanks lady!
Louisa [Living Lou] says
April 7, 2014 at 9:40 pmThis sounds like a great, healthy snack. I love to add jalapeño to my dips for a bit of an extra kick! I saw the first Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs film and it was so adorable!!
Taylor Kiser says
April 7, 2014 at 11:45 pmIsn’t it SO cute?! Thanks for hummus love Louisa!
Isadora@she likes food says
April 7, 2014 at 11:10 pmI’m obsessed with hummus! I make it all the time and am always trying to come up with creative flavors to put in it so that I don’t get bored. I also happen to be obsessed with Mexican food, so this sounds like the perfect flavor combination! I can’t wait to make it!
Taylor Kiser says
April 7, 2014 at 11:42 pmSounds like this is right up your alley! Thanks Isadora, let me know if you try it! 🙂
Chelsea @chelseasmessyapron says
April 8, 2014 at 12:18 amMmmm!!! So yummy looking! I love the last pic with the dipped chip – awesome! Okay, definitely need to see Cloudy with a chance of meatballs 2. I saw the first one and loved it, but haven’t gotten around to the second yet! Pinned this!
Taylor Kiser says
April 8, 2014 at 12:51 pmHaha I’m glad you like my fail chip! And yes you need to see that movie..SO GOOD!
Thanks for the pin girlfriend! 😀
Sarah@WholeAndHeavenlyOven says
April 8, 2014 at 12:51 amThis hummus looks amazing, Taylor! I love the kick you gave it with jalepeno and lime. — such a great combo! I’m pretty sure I wouldn’t even need any chips for this hummus. — I could totally eat it plain. 😉 pinned!
Taylor Kiser says
April 8, 2014 at 12:50 pmHaha oh i could too! Thanks for the love and the pin girlfriend!
Danielle says
April 8, 2014 at 1:26 amI’m making this tomorrow!!!!!!!!!
Taylor Kiser says
April 8, 2014 at 12:50 pmYay! Please let me know how it turns out! 😀
Danielle says
April 15, 2014 at 1:48 amThis is officially my new “go to” hummus. I do like to add a little extra cilantro (because I can never get enough). This is great with homemade pita. Thanks for a wonderful recipe!!!
Taylor Kiser says
April 15, 2014 at 1:55 amOhh I added a little extra cilantro too…I breathe that stuff! You’re so welcome and I am SO happy you liked it!
Nicole, RD says
April 8, 2014 at 1:59 amI just ran out of tahini so I’m glad to see this recipe doesn’t call for any…it looks amazing!! Love some heat!!
Taylor Kiser says
April 8, 2014 at 12:51 pmThanks Nicole! It’s so much easier without it!
CakePants says
April 8, 2014 at 3:59 amOoh, this looks and sounds so delicious! It’s halfway to guacamole, with the jalapeno and lime, so I’m definitely on board! Can’t wait to try this 🙂
Taylor Kiser says
April 8, 2014 at 12:50 pmThanks CakePants! I hope that you love it!
Shashi @ RunninSrilankan says
April 8, 2014 at 1:40 pmI am gonna have to join you in being uncivilized and dip my finger into this hummus! Thanks for the deskinning the chickpea tip! Perfect snack for when my daughter and I get Cloudy with a chance of meatballs 2 – Im guessing it was better than the 1st one?
Taylor Kiser says
April 8, 2014 at 11:50 pmThank you for joining…I need some uncivilized company! 😉
Deskinning is SO key! It’s annoying but worth it….and yes, MUCH better. I wasn’t a fan of the first one, but my whole family even loved the 2nd!
Jess @ whatjessicabakednext says
April 8, 2014 at 4:09 pmLove hummus- but with the addition of lime and jalapeno is even better!
Taylor Kiser says
April 8, 2014 at 11:48 pmThanks Jess! I love it too!
Phi @ The Sweetphi Blog says
April 8, 2014 at 5:31 pmLoooove hummus, so this recipe sounds great. And I totally appreciate your commentary on the movie situation, lol…I need to see the second cloudy with a chance of meatballs to see this little strawberry!
Taylor Kiser says
April 8, 2014 at 11:48 pmHaha thanks! You NEED to see the strawberry. Omg I’m freaking out just thinking about how cute it is!
Melanie @ Carmel Moments says
April 9, 2014 at 2:20 pmThis looks gorgeous! Sounds yummy. Definitely pinned.
Have a beautiful day!
Taylor Kiser says
April 9, 2014 at 7:29 pmThanks Melanie! You too friend! 🙂
Justine@CookingandBeer says
April 10, 2014 at 4:31 pmWhy is it that I have never thought of putting jalapeños in hummus! I LOVE this recipe! Also, your photos are just fabulous. I can never seem to get a great photo of hummus. They always look like giant blobs! You’ve inspired me to take a crack at it once again! Pinned!
Taylor Kiser says
April 10, 2014 at 6:04 pmThank you so much Justine!! It was definitely hard to get some good photos..I feel ya on the blob thing! UGH!
And thanks for the pin and I am so glad you are going to try again…yay!!! 😀
Chris @ Shared Appetite says
April 11, 2014 at 11:05 amLove this Taylor!!! Jalapeno and lime are like, one of my fave flavor combos!!! Pinning this. Making this. Going to love this!
Taylor Kiser says
April 11, 2014 at 12:22 pmHaha I love the enthusiasm! Thanks Chris!! 😀
Jodee Weiland says
April 12, 2014 at 11:25 pmThis hummus looks wonderful! I love spicy, and this looks both delicious and healthy! Thanks for sharing!
Taylor Kiser says
April 13, 2014 at 1:24 amThanks so much Jodee!
Shelley says
April 30, 2014 at 10:12 pmI don’t know how, but, I’m missing where you spell out how to ‘deskin’ the chickpeas………
Taylor Kiser says
April 30, 2014 at 10:53 pmOh I’m sorry, I didn’t write it in – I guess I shouldn’t assume is a known thing! Let me go update that for you!
Chris Wimmer says
June 18, 2014 at 1:48 pmPerfect timing! I realized I had 2 cans of chickpeas in the pantry last night and we cilantro and jalapenos ready to be picked in the garden. Yummo!
Taylor Kiser says
June 18, 2014 at 4:04 pmWell that is perfect then! Please let me know if you try it, we love that one! 🙂
Pamela+@+Brooklyn+Farm+Girl says
August 29, 2014 at 9:54 pmLove this idea, needed some jalapeno magic and this did the trick!
Taylor Kiser says
August 30, 2014 at 11:01 amWoo hoo!! Thanks so much Pamela! 😀
Shehla says
February 19, 2015 at 7:50 pmOh, wow. That hummus looks incredible… I’ve only just tried making a very basic hummus, but I need to try this out soon. I love the ingredients in this!
My basic recipe, if you’re interested: http://shehlagrr.blogspot.com/2015/02/recipe-best-hummus-ever.html
Taylor Kiser says
February 20, 2015 at 7:03 amThank you Shehla! I hope that you love this! 😀
Anita says
March 1, 2015 at 10:23 amThis hummus is amazing! I fell in love with the Power Chicken Hummus bowl at Panera and thanks to this recipe, I make it at home all the time, now! The only change I’ve made is that I usually have to add more olive oil and more lime juice to get the right consistency. Otherwise, it’s perfect and delicious! Thanks!
Taylor Kiser says
March 1, 2015 at 2:56 pmYay! I am so glad you like it! I do notice that Panera’s tends to be a little more liquidy, so those are great changes! Thanks for letting me know! LOVE that salad so much!
shin says
November 14, 2015 at 4:30 pmHi Taylor,
how many days is it good for? (expiration date of sorts)
Thanks in advance.
-shin
Taylor Kiser says
November 15, 2015 at 10:45 amHi Shin,
Unfortunately, I can’t really tell you as we ate it within the first two days – I’m sorry! I’m sure you could keep it in an air-tight container for a few weeks, in the refrigerator. Hope that helps!
Shannon E says
March 23, 2016 at 12:00 pmThis looks good! What is it that you have sprinkled on top?
Taylor Kiser says
March 23, 2016 at 3:00 pmThanks Shannon! That’s just smoked paprika!
SHANNON E says
March 23, 2016 at 4:12 pmThank you! I just made this and it is AMAZING!
Taylor Kiser says
March 24, 2016 at 3:18 pmYAY! I am SO happy to hear that!
Megan says
July 8, 2016 at 8:13 pmMy daughter is terrified of strawberry in cloudy with a chance of meatballs 2 D: haha I don’t get it, strawberry is soo cuteee! I can’t wait to tell her when she’s older ???? (She’s 2) pretty funny lol…anyway your hummus looks AMAZING my man even thought it looks good and wants to try and make it (he’s not a huge hummus fan, will eat it but it’s picky-I love it on EVERYTHING) so well def be making it soon, I love lime in everything anyway, can’t wait to try ????
Taylor Kiser says
July 10, 2016 at 2:59 pmHaha WHAT? How can she be terrified of something SO CUTE?!
I love lime too and I hope ya’ll LOVE this hummus! Please let me know if you do try it! 🙂
Kalee Sullivan says
January 16, 2017 at 3:29 amI made this hummus tonight as my first time making hummus AT ALL. It is SO delicious. I added a little extra Garlic cause I’m a fanatic for garlic. Anyway I am in love with this recipe! Yummmm
Taylor Kiser says
January 16, 2017 at 5:52 amI LOVE that you added garlic – my fav! SO glad you like!
Jenni LeBaron says
August 15, 2018 at 3:48 pmI love that this hummus is a little spicy. We currently have a bunch of jalapenos coming out of our garden that would be perfect in this. Yum!
Taylor Kiser says
August 16, 2018 at 4:20 amSo jealous of your garden! Sounds like you gotta try this!
Diana says
August 15, 2018 at 5:16 pmI love all kinds of hummus and eat it at least a few times a week. That’s one more variation of hummus on my list to try. I wonder how hummus tastes without tahini.
Taylor Kiser says
August 16, 2018 at 4:20 amIt’s delicious! You can totally add it if you prefer tahini though 🙂
Danielle says
August 15, 2018 at 6:18 pmThe photos are mouth watering!!! I actually have tahini in the fridge that needs to be used!!!
My kids and I are always looking for different hummus recipes as the original style is kind of bland! We love Cilantro and we love lime and we love chickpeas and a little bit of heat so this will tick all the boxes!
Taylor Kiser says
August 16, 2018 at 4:18 amSounds like you totally need to try this Danielle! 🙂
Sara says
August 15, 2018 at 7:23 pmi love jalapenos and I love hummus. I would love to make this recipe for a weekend get together. I think it would be a big hit with my friends!
Taylor Kiser says
August 16, 2018 at 4:18 amI hope you love it if you try it!
Iryna says
August 15, 2018 at 8:00 pmSurprisingly, I’ve never made hummus before. Although chickpeas are always in my pantry and hummus is so easy to make. I’m pretty sure my kids would enjoy this recipe so I need to make it for them soon.
Taylor Kiser says
August 16, 2018 at 4:18 amHomemade hummus is SO easy! you have to try!
Kids Eat by Shanai says
August 16, 2018 at 4:17 amYum! This looks delicious
Taylor Kiser says
August 16, 2018 at 4:18 amThank you!
Kristy Bernardo says
August 16, 2018 at 4:42 amThese are my absolute favorite hummus flavors!
Taylor Kiser says
August 16, 2018 at 2:02 pmThank you!!
Jennifer Blake says
August 16, 2018 at 5:31 amLove hummus that packs a punch of flavor!
Taylor Kiser says
August 16, 2018 at 2:01 pmThank you!!
Erin says
August 16, 2018 at 8:24 amI love spicy!! This is great, I want to snack on it all day long!
Taylor Kiser says
August 16, 2018 at 2:00 pmYou would love this hummus then Erin!
Carolyn says
August 17, 2018 at 10:49 amLooks like a wonderful flavor of hummus!
Taylor Kiser says
August 17, 2018 at 12:30 pmThank you!
Jennie says
June 20, 2019 at 3:05 pmI just found your blog. This recipe is the best hummus ever! I followed the recipe almost exactly. I subbed the garbanzo liquid from the can for the water and added just a smidge of cumin! I couldn’t keep my husband out of it! Thank you.
Taylor Kiser says
June 21, 2019 at 12:50 pmYay!! So happy to have you and that you liked it!