Best 7 Moroccan Chickpea Dip Recipes

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Moroccan chickpea dip, also known as Houmous bi Tahini, is a delightful appetizer or snack that offers a rich and flavorful culinary experience. Originating from Morocco, this dip has gained global popularity due to its distinct blend of creamy chickpeas, tangy lemon juice, aromatic herbs, and smooth tahini. With its vibrant color and tantalizing aroma, Moroccan chickpea dip promises to elevate any gathering and satisfy the taste buds of both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Join us as we explore the world of this delectable dish and provide you with the ultimate recipe that will guide you in creating an irresistible Moroccan chickpea dip.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MOROCCAN CHICKPEA DIP



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No need to feel guilty about snacking on this dip!! It's great!! I snagged it off a recipe card and I like the fact that the hot sauce eliminates a need for loads of salt.

Provided by Mistress of Tea

Categories     Spreads

Time 10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 garlic clove
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (I use Tobasco, and you can add more if you like it spicy!)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)

Steps:

  • In food processor process garlic until minced.
  • Add cilantro and process until finely chopped, 10 - 20 seconds.
  • Add chick-peas, lemon juice, olive oil, salt and hot sauce.
  • Process until very smooth.
  • Place dip in serving bowl and refrigerate until chilled and ready to serve.
  • Serve with veggie slices, pita wedges, fat free pretzels or other chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.8, Fat 2.3, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 306.5, Carbohydrate 12.5, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 0.1, Protein 2.7

MOROCCAN CHICKPEA DIP



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Make and share this Moroccan Chickpea Dip recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ImPat

Categories     Grains

Time 25m

Yield 8 snacks, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

400 g chickpeas (13oz rinsed and drained)
2 tablespoons tahini
1/4 cup lemon juice (60ml/2floz)
4 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup coriander (fresh leaves, cilantro 15g/1/2oz)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (60ml/2floz)
1 green capsicum (medium bell pepper)
2 tomatoes (medium ripe)
sea salt
pepper
celery rib (sticks to serve)

Steps:

  • Put the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, half the garlic and the cumin into a food processor and process until smooth.
  • With the motor running, add the coriander and olive oil and process until smooth, transfer to a bowl and then cover and set aside.
  • Cook the capsicum and tomatoes on a lightly oiled chargrill pan or barbecue plate until the skins have blackened and then transfer to a plastic bag and allow to cool and then peel the capsicum and tomatoes (the best way to do this is to put a cross in the bottom and plunge into boiling water for about 30 seconds, remove and peel), remove the seeds and finely chop the flesh.
  • Chop the remaining garlic and combine with the chopped capsicum and tomatoes and season with sea salt and pepper.
  • Spoon the capsicum mixture onto the chickpea dip and serve with celery sticks for scooping.
  • Serves 8 as a snack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.9, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 155.9, Carbohydrate 15.3, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 1.4, Protein 3.7

MOROCCAN SPICED ROAST CHICKPEAS



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Satisfy your need for crunchy, savory snacks in only 100 nutrient-packed calories with these tasty Moroccan spiced chickpeas. Make extra spice mix, as it can double as a rub for ribs, chicken or roasted vegetables.

Provided by Food Network

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

One 15.5-ounce can low-sodium chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon light brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Pat the chickpeas dry between two paper towels then place on the baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil then roast the chickpeas in the middle of the oven, tossing every 15 minutes, until deeply golden, dry and crunchy, 40 to 45 minutes.
  • While the chickpeas roast, prepare the spice mixture: combine the cumin, brown sugar, cayenne, cinnamon, garlic, ginger, paprika and salt in a medium bowl. Mix until the color is uniform. As soon as the chickpeas come out of the oven, toss with the spice blend. Serve warm or at room temperature.

CHICKPEA & RED PEPPER DIP



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A fresh and healthy chickpea & red pepper dip for entertaining

Provided by Merrilees Parker

Categories     Buffet, Canapes, Dinner, Lunch, Side dish, Snack, Starter, Supper

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

390g can chickpeas , drained and rinsed
1 garlic clove , crushed
4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
squeeze lemon juice
2 roasted, deseeded red peppers , chopped (from a jar is fine)
small handful chopped fresh coriander
toasted pitta bread , to serve

Steps:

  • Place the chickpeas in a food processor with the garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, red peppers and coriander. Blitz to a paste. Season to taste. Serve in a bowl with toasted pitta breads.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 12 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.9 milligram of sodium

EASY MOROCCAN CHICKPEA STEW



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When I'm invited to a potluck, I easily double or triple this healthy vegetarian recipe to treat the crowd to an exotic dish of enticing, bold flavors. -Heather Demeritte, Scottsdale, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash (1/2-inch cubes)
1 large onion, chopped
1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup water
Chopped cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add squash, onion and red pepper; cook and stir until onion is translucent and red pepper is crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in seasonings until blended., Add chickpeas, tomatoes and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until squash is tender, about 8 minutes. If desired, top with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 455mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

MOROCCAN CHICKPEA STEW



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This recipe came to be as a way to use the kale that was flourishing in my garden. It could also incorporate all kinds of other vegetables - whatever is in your fridge that needs to be used. Serve over couscous.

Provided by Mari

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 teaspoon garam masala
½ teaspoon curry powder
1 pinch salt
3 potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup tomato sauce
1 cup golden raisins
water, or enough to cover
1 (14.5 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 bunch kale, ribs removed, chopped
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook the onion and garlic in the hot oil until the onions are translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir the cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, garam masala, curry powder, and salt into the onion and garlic; cook together until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the potatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and raisins to the pot. Pour enough water over the mixture to cover; bring to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are soft, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Add the chickpeas and kale to the pot; simmer until the kale wilts, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle the cilantro over the stew and immediately remove the pot from the heat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476.1 calories, Carbohydrate 96.1 g, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 13.6 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 1263.3 mg, Sugar 27.3 g

MOROCCAN CHICKPEA CASSEROLE



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Flavorful dish that does a decent job of hiding eggplant's texture.

Provided by tradingtrio

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, minced
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 eggplants, cut into chunks
1 red chile pepper, chopped
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
2 teaspoons coriander seeds, lightly crushed
1 teaspoon saffron threads
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
½ cup pitted large green olives
½ cup basmati rice
1 thin-skinned lemon, thinly sliced
2 ½ cups vegetable broth
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onions and garlic in the hot oil until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in eggplant, red chile pepper, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, saffron, and salt; cook until eggplant starts to soften, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir chickpeas, green olives, basmati rice, and lemon slices into the skillet. Pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Fold in cilantro using a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.5 calories, Carbohydrate 68.6 g, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 15.9 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 1406.9 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

Tips:

  • Use dried chickpeas for the best flavor and texture. Soak them overnight or for at least 8 hours before cooking.
  • Add a teaspoon of baking soda to the water when cooking the chickpeas. This will help them cook more evenly and prevent them from becoming tough.
  • Drain and rinse the chickpeas well before using them in the dip.
  • Use a food processor or blender to puree the chickpeas until they are smooth and creamy.
  • Season the dip to taste with salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika.
  • Serve the dip with pita bread, crackers, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Moroccan chickpea dip is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, snack, or main course. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it spicy, mild, or somewhere in between, this dip is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful dish to serve, give Moroccan chickpea dip a try. You won't be disappointed!

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