Zesty and Creamy Dill Pickle Hummus Recipe
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If you love pickles and hummus, this dill pickle hummus is about to become your new favorite. It’s a creamy, zesty mash-up of classic hummus with the bold, briny flavor of dill pickles. It’s quick to make, packed with flavor and the perfect snack for pickle lovers!

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How to make creamy dill pickle hummus
Get everything ready: Chop up the dill pickles and garlic, and squeeze the juice from your lemon.

STEP 1: Place the chopped dill pickles, garlic, tahini, and lemon juice into the bowl of a food processor and blend into a paste.

STEP 2: Add the chickpeas and extra virgin olive oil; blend until all of the ingredients are combined and crumbly.

STEP 3: Add the chopped fresh dill, ground cumin, and pickle juice and blend while gradually adding water until creamy and fluffy.

Tips & Tricks
- If your hummus is too thick, stir in a little water, pickle juice or lemon juice to thin it out.
- If your hummus is too thin, gradually add a little more tahini or chickpeas. You can also place it in the refrigerator for an hour or two to thicken it.
How to store leftover hummus
Hummus stays fresh in the fridge for up to five days when stored in an airtight container; just give it a good stir before serving to bring back that creamy goodness.
You can also freeze hummus for up to three months; use a freezer-safe container, and when you are ready to enjoy it, thaw it overnight in the fridge and stir to bring back that creamy texture.

What to serve with hummus
Dill pickle hummus can be served with a variety of different foods which makes it a versatile dip for any occasion.
It tastes great with wedges of pita bread, pita chips, tortilla chips, crackers or veggies such as cucumbers, carrots and bell peppers. It also makes a great addition to a charcuterie board or served on top of sliced cucumbers for an easy appetizer.
Dill pickle hummus also tastes great as a spread on sandwiches, burgers or wraps to add a tangy flavor to your sandwich.

Easy ways to switch it up
A hummus recipe does not need to be followed to the letter. Here are some ways to riff on it:
- Spices + Herbs – Try adding chopped chives, a sprinkle of oregano or even caraway seeds, or whatever you have in your spice drawer.
- Spicy – If you love heat, add some red pepper flakes (start with 1/2 teaspoon and taste as you go. You can also add a half of a chopped jalapeno pepper for a fresh spicy kick.
- Pickles – Dill pickles are classic, but any pickle will work. Try sweet, zucchini, spicy whatever type of pickle you have in your fridge.
How to get the creamiest hummus
Hummus is so easy to make, but getting that ultra-smooth texture is where things can get tricky. Luckily, there are a few simple tricks you can try.
Baking soda – If you are cooking chickpeas from scratch, toss in a pinch of baking soda while they simmer; it helps to soften the skins. If you are using canned chickpeas, soak them in hot water with a pinch of baking soda for 30 minutes.
Peel the chickpeas (or don’t) – Peeling chickpeas can make your hummus smoother, but it takes forever to peel those chickpeas, and the difference isn’t that noticeable. I tried peeling the chickpeas a few times, and to me, it was not worth the extra time.
Overcook the chickpeas – This is the most effective way to make creamy hummus! The softer the chickpeas are, the smoother the hummus will be. If they are falling apart a little, the hummus should turn out nice and smooth.
Use cold water or ice cubes – Adding something cold, like ice water or chilled pickle juice while blending helps whip air into the hummus and makes it extra light. I used cold pickle juice in this recipe and it definitely helped with texture.
Recipe FAQS
You can make hummus in a blender, and even an immersion blender will work! Although a high speed blender will produce best results. Simply place the ingredients into a blender and blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. You may have to blend the hummus for longer and add more water than the food processor method.
It is not necessary to peel the chickpeas to make hummus. Some say that it makes a smoother hummus, but it doesn’t make a big difference to justify the amount of time spent removing the skin.

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Dill Pickle Hummus Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 -15 ounce Can of chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 3/4 cup Dill pickles rough chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic rough chopped
- 1/4 cup Tahini
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon Pickle juice
- 1/4 cup Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Dill fresh, chopped
- 1/4 cup Water
Instructions
- Place 2 cloves Garlic, 1/4 cup Tahini, and 1 tablespoon Lemon juicento a food processor bowl and blend into a paste.
- Add 1 -15 ounce Can of chickpeas, 3/4 cup Dill pickles, and 1/4 cup Olive oil and blend again.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon Ground cumin, 1 tablespoon Pickle juice, 1 1/2 tablespoons Dill. Blend while gradually adding water until the hummus is smooth and creamy – you may not need to use all of the water
Notes
- If your hummus is too thick, stir in a little water, pickle juice or lemon juice to thin it out.
- If your hummus is too thin, gradually add a little more tahini or chickpeas. You can also place it in the refrigerator for an hour or two to thicken it.
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and can vary based on cooking methods and ingredients used
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