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High-Protein Hummus Recipe with Cottage Cheese and Fresh Toppings
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High-Protein Hummus

Make this High-Protein Hummus with chickpeas, cottage cheese, and tahini for a creamy, healthy snack. Customize with fresh toppings for added flavor!
Keyword chickpea hummus recipe, cottage cheese hummus, easy hummus recipe, healthy hummus recipe, high-protein hummus recipe, homemade hummus, protein-packed hummus, quick hummus recipe
Total Time 10 minutes
Author Rachael DeVaux

Equipment

  • food processor or blender

Ingredients

  • 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup full-fat cottage cheese
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil plus extra for drizzling
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika optional for extra flavor
  • 1/4 cup water adjust for consistency
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt or to taste

Toppings:

  • Red onion, finely diced
  • Cucumber, chopped
  • Kalamata olives, chopped
  • Dill, chopped
  • Campari tomatoes, finely diced
  • Extra-virgin olive oil for drizzling
  • Aleppo pepper
  • Lemon zest

Instructions

  • Add the chickpeas, cottage cheese, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and paprika to a food processor or blender.
  • Blend until smooth, adding water gradually to reach your desired consistency.
  • Taste and season with salt as needed.
  • Spread the hummus onto a serving plate or bowl, creating a slight swirl with a spoon.
  • Arrange the colorful toppings in sections or mix them around for a vibrant presentation. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
  • Serve with gluten-free crackers, fresh veggies (like carrot sticks, cucumber slices, or bell pepper strips), or gluten-free pita chips.