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Carrot Hummus and Curried Hemp Seed Crackers #MeatlessMonday

May 18, 2015 By Patricia 60 Comments

If you’re on the lookout for a delicious and healthy snack, reach for Carrot Hummus and Curried Hemp Seed Crackers. The sweet, spicy, and nutty flavors combine in a colorful treat you’ll feel good about eating.

A bowl of colorful Carrot Hummus served with Curried Hemp Seed Crackers

Carrot Hummus and Curried Hemp Seed Crackers should be your new best friend. I’m pretty sure it’s mine. I never imagined Carrot Hummus could be all that, but it truly is! It’s sweet and colorful, and the ingredient list is approachable and lives on the healthy side of the street.

A bunch of vibrant, young carrots

I got a bunch of young carrots in my CSA box, and wanted to find something tasty to use them in. I roasted them up and they became the main ingredient in my hummus.

I eat hummus as a spread for sandwiches, with veggies, pita chips. You know the drill. It makes a great snack or meal option on a Meatless Monday (both the hummus and these crackers are gluten free, too).

I wanted to make crackers to dip into this batch, and the curry powder, black pepper, and nuttiness of these crackers pair perfectly with this sweet Carrot Hummus.

A plate of spicy, nutty Curried Hemp Seed Crackers

Have you tried hemp seeds in your baking? The first time I tried hemp seeds… Wait. That sounds like a story headed in the wrong direction! Let’s start again. I was really impressed with hemp seeds the first time I tried baking with them (I added them to pancakes recently).

Hemp seeds not only add great protein, fiber, and omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids to these crackers, but they also add a fabulous, nutty flavor.

An no worries: there’s no buzz from hemp seeds because they don’t contain the same buzzy stuff that’s in marijuana. Add them to your next batch of muffins, pancakes, or sprinkle them on your next salad.

Dig into a bowl of Carrot Hummus with Curried Hemp Seed Crackers

Carrot Hummus with Curried Hemp Seed Crackers is a colorful, flavorful snack. I love this hummus as an alternative version to the usual, and can’t wait to make it again.

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Recipe for Carrot Hummus with Curried Hemp Seed Crackers
Makes about 2 cup of hummus and about 40 crackers


INGREDIENTS

For the hummus  
  • 1/2 pound carrots, ends trimmed, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 6 ounces cooked chickpeas (drained and rinsed if using canned)
  • 3 garlic cloves, skin on
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus extra to drizzle over hummus before serving
  • Juice from 1/2 a lemon
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
  For the crackers  
  • 1-1/2 cups almond meal
  • 3 heaping tablespoons hulled hemp seeds
  • 3/4 teaspoon dried yellow curry
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, plus extra flaked salt to top
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon water

INSTRUCTIONS

For the hummus  
  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of the black pepper to a bowl. Add the carrot pieces and the garlic, and toss to coat.
  3. Transfer the carrots and garlic to a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes, tossing every so often.
  4. Remove from the oven when the carrots begin to caramelize and turn color.
  5. Allow the mixture to cool.
  6. Add the chickpeas and carrots to a food processor. Squeeze the garlic from their skins and add to the food processor. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, tahini, and remaining salt and pepper to the food processor. Blend until smooth.
  7. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  8. Before serving, drizzle with olive oil and add a pinch of ground black pepper over the top.
  For the crackers  
  1. Reduce the oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Combine the almond meal, hemp seeds, curry powder, ground black pepper, and salt in a medium bowl. Whisk to combine.
  3. In a small bow, combine the beaten egg, olive oil, and water. Mix well to combine.
  4. Add the wet mixture to the dry mixture and stir until combined.
  5. Place one sheet of parchment paper on a flat surface. Transfer the dough to the parchment paper, and top it with a second sheet.
  6. Use a rolling pin to flatten the dough so it’s about 1/8-inch thick. Try to keep the shape in a long oval (or as rectangular as possible) so it fits on a baking sheet.
  7. Transfer to a baking sheet, on the paper. Remove the top sheet.
  8. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until golden and crisp.
  9. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. While still warm, transfer the a cutting board.
  10. Use a sharp knife to cut away the edges, and cut the remaining dough into small squares. Brush the tops lightly with water (not too much), then sprinkle with flaked salt.
  11. Allow the crackers to fully cool before serving.
 

Makes about 2 cup of hummus and about 40 crackers

Filed Under: Gluten Free, Lunch, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian

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Comments

  1. Donna Ward says

    May 18, 2015 at 3:35 pm

    This sounds fascinating - and I've saved the recipe - I so plan to make hummus and try the hemp seeds in baking - thank you! :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 18, 2015 at 4:00 pm

      Thanks, Donna! I'm really loving the sweet carrot hummus!
      Reply
  2. Katie @ AMotherThing says

    May 18, 2015 at 3:49 pm

    Oh wow, this looks so good! I need to try this for my kids. Picky eaters, but they like carrots!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 18, 2015 at 4:00 pm

      Thanks, Katie! Bet your kids will love this hummus - it's sweet and delicious!
      Reply
  3. Sam @ PancakeWarriors says

    May 18, 2015 at 4:27 pm

    Oh I love the carrot hummus idea - but those curry hemp seed crackers - oh bless I've got to try these!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:49 pm

      Thanks so much, Sam! I've been loving adding these hemp seeds to different baked goods!
      Reply
  4. Amber | Caleigh's Kitchen says

    May 18, 2015 at 4:48 pm

    I've really been wanting to try out a hummus recipe. This sounds so unique and delicious! Thanks for sharing!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:47 pm

      Hi Amber - thanks for stopping by! Ooo I hope you try this one and enjoy it as much as I did!
      Reply
  5. Lydia @Suitcase Foodist says

    May 18, 2015 at 5:06 pm

    I love how bright and colorful this hummus is. It is like I rediscover how delicious carrots are every so often and it is a revelation. Thanks for sharing1
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:47 pm

      Thanks, Lydia! I can't wait to make this again - hope you give it a go!
      Reply
  6. heather | girlichef says

    May 18, 2015 at 5:32 pm

    This is the perfect snacking food (though I could totally make a meal out of them)! Loving the carrots in the hummus...and hemp seeds are one of my favorite ways to add some extra EFA's to my food. Must try.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:46 pm

      Hey Heather! I had the hummus slathered on a sandwich today :) I love it, and really loving the hemp seeds, too!
      Reply
  7. Denise | Sweet Peas & Saffron says

    May 18, 2015 at 6:50 pm

    I am a serious hummus addict, and this has to be one of the prettiest ones I've ever seen! Love the looks of those hemp seed crackers, too!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:45 pm

      Hi Denise - Thanks so much - that's so nice! I had never tried carrot hummus before, but it is so, so tasty!
      Reply
  8. Annie @Maebells says

    May 18, 2015 at 8:14 pm

    This hummus looks amazing! I have tons of carrots right so I definitely need to make this!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:45 pm

      Thanks, Annie! I really think you should! I was amazed at how much I loved this version!
      Reply
  9. Ashleigh says

    May 18, 2015 at 8:17 pm

    This recipe looks delicious!! Thank you so much for sharing!! Have a great day!! xx
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:44 pm

      Thanks very much, Ashleigh!
      Reply
  10. Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says

    May 19, 2015 at 12:17 am

    Hi, I'm Ashley and I am addicted to hummus! I love the carrot and curry flavors and need to try this soon.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 19, 2015 at 4:41 am

      Hi Ashley - I'm in that boat with you! Hope you try this and enjoy!
      Reply
  11. Kacey @ The Cookie Writer says

    May 19, 2015 at 12:48 am

    What a great idea! I have made a roasted carrot sauce for pasta and I keep telling everyone how awesome roasted carrots are. I need to make this!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 19, 2015 at 4:40 am

      Oh really, Kacey?! That sauce sounds awesome! I know - the carrots are so sweet and tasty!
      Reply
  12. Michelle@healthiersteps says

    May 19, 2015 at 2:24 am

    Looks stunning, lovely colors and I can't wait to try these. Carrot and curry sounds perfect!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 19, 2015 at 4:39 am

      Hi Michelle - thanks so much! Hope you try it and enjoy!
      Reply
  13. Kelley says

    May 19, 2015 at 3:44 am

    Carrot hummus sounds amazing! I must try it asap!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 19, 2015 at 4:39 am

      Thanks, Kelley! I hope you do -- I'm loving it ;)
      Reply
  14. Meg @ The Housewife in Training Files says

    May 19, 2015 at 11:33 am

    I love carrots and I love hummus so this only seems like the next natural step!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 19, 2015 at 3:03 pm

      Thanks, Meg! I am loving the flavors!
      Reply
  15. Cali @ Cali's Cuisine says

    May 19, 2015 at 12:52 pm

    What a fun and inventive appetizer for summer picnics!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 19, 2015 at 3:03 pm

      Thanks so much, Cali!
      Reply
  16. Dan from Platter Talk says

    May 19, 2015 at 3:14 pm

    This hummus is fun, healthy, and delicious, just the way I like it! Fantastic job!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 20, 2015 at 4:25 am

      Thanks, Dan! Fun with food, for sure!! :)
      Reply
  17. christine says

    May 19, 2015 at 3:33 pm

    Sounds like a wonderful tasting spread for sandwiches.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 20, 2015 at 4:24 am

      Hi Christine! Yes! I also spread some on a sandwich the next day -- a favorite! Thank you!
      Reply
  18. Del's cooking twist says

    May 19, 2015 at 7:11 pm

    What a wonderful idea, Patricia! I'm a huge fan of hummus and I love both your carrot twist and the crackers that go along this dish. I will for sure making soon!! Thanks again for this awesome idea :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 20, 2015 at 4:24 am

      Thanks for stopping by, Del, and for your kind words!
      Reply
  19. Catherine says

    May 19, 2015 at 7:28 pm

    Dear Patricia, this hummus looks beautiful. I love that photo...it is so tempting. I would love this now as an afternoon snack. Healthy and delicious, the best kind. xo, Catherine
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 20, 2015 at 4:23 am

      Thanks so much, Catherine! As you know, some foods can be more challenging than others to be good subject matter! I appreciate your kind words.
      Reply
  20. Florian @ContentednessCooking says

    May 19, 2015 at 9:50 pm

    You don't really know how I love hummus! Carrot hummus that sound incredibly delicious especially the addition of orange juice is pretty awesome!, I bet I need those crackers, absolutely perfect combination with almond meal, hemp seeds and a hint of curry. Definitely will make these, fantastic recipe, Patricia!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 20, 2015 at 4:18 am

      Thanks so much, Florian! The orange juice in the carrot hummus is amazing! You can really taste its sweetness, and the sweetness from roasting the carrots, too! :)
      Reply
  21. Debi @ Life Currents says

    May 20, 2015 at 1:28 am

    I love this twist on hummus! Sounds great! And, wait, you made your own crackers! They have been on my (never ending) to make list, but you actually made some, and some that look awesome. I will have to try them!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 20, 2015 at 4:17 am

      Thanks so much, Debi! The hummus is the bomb - new favorite! The crackers are super-duper easy to make!
      Reply
  22. Mike Benayoun says

    May 20, 2015 at 1:43 am

    Great idea Patricia! I love the carrot idea and love even more the fact that you made your own crackers. Sparing no energy to make everything from scratch. I honestly love that. One thing I do when I make hummus that you may want to try is to take most of the skin off the chickpeas by rubbing them between your hands. PS: You forgot to mention the chickpeas in the recipe ;-) Yes, I read recipes!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 20, 2015 at 4:17 am

      Thanks so much, Mike! Good suggestion for the skins - I usually just pick out as many as I can, but not always! Thanks for the catch! I've changed the directions to say that you *actually* need to include the chickpeas in the food processor! ;)
      Reply
      • Mike Benayoun says

        May 20, 2015 at 6:43 am

        You're welcome ;-)
        Reply
  23. Zazacook says

    May 20, 2015 at 4:49 pm

    Wow, that carrot hummus is fantastic! Looks absolutely scrumptious!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 20, 2015 at 5:20 pm

      Thanks so much!
      Reply
  24. Cate | Chez CateyLou says

    May 21, 2015 at 12:41 am

    What a great idea for hummus!!! This sounds delicious, and so healthy! Plus, can't beat that color - gorgeous!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 21, 2015 at 4:28 am

      Thanks so much, Cate! It was soooo tasty :)
      Reply
  25. Linda @ForkandForage says

    May 21, 2015 at 10:29 pm

    I love the idea of using carrots in a hummus; it looks so pretty and I bet it tastes marvelous. Those crackers look like a winner too!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 22, 2015 at 3:40 am

      Thanks so much, Linda! I really love the added carrot -- great flavor! Hope you give it a try!
      Reply
  26. peter @feedyoursoultoo says

    May 22, 2015 at 1:46 pm

    I have never tried carrots in my hummus. I love what it does to the color. The crackers are really cool.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 22, 2015 at 3:47 pm

      Thanks, Peter! The roasted carrots (and the touch of orange juice) add great sweetness to the hummus!
      Reply
  27. Angela says

    May 22, 2015 at 1:49 pm

    Everything about the hummus and those crackers sounds spectacular!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 22, 2015 at 3:47 pm

      :) Glad you like, Angela! Thanks a bunch!
      Reply
  28. Del's cooking twist says

    May 24, 2015 at 9:18 pm

    I tried the recipe yesterday and it was just amaing!! Thamks for this lovely idea, Patricia!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 25, 2015 at 2:08 am

      Oh! I'm so glad you tried it and enjoyed it! Thanks for letting me know!
      Reply
  29. Sissy says

    June 21, 2015 at 10:43 am

    The carrot hummus got rave reviews from my dinner guests. I did not have any tahini so I subbed in natural peanut butter. The hummus goes well with crackers, bread, or veggies.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 21, 2015 at 6:57 pm

      Glad everyone like it!
      Reply

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