Chipotle Hummus

This Chipotle Hummus is Full of Flavour and easy to make at home. Serve the hummus with cut up vegetables, chips, or pita bread! It makes a great appetizer or everyday snack!

I try to make hummus every week so we have it in the fridge for healthy snacking. The boys love dipping hummus into just about everything. It is a family favourite snack!

My current favourite hummus flavour is Chipotle Hummus. Oh man, it is SO good. I love chipotle everything and decided to add a little chipotle kick to our hummus and it was the best decision ever. The chipotle flavour is a game changer, it makes the hummus extra delicious!

Home-made Hummus is the Best!

Hummus is SO easy to make at home and it is SO much better than store bought. Once you make your own hummus once, you will be hooked.

The key to making super creamy and smooth hummus is peeling the chickpeas (garbanzo beans) before putting them in the food processor. I know taking the skins off of every chickpea in the can sounds annoying, but I promise it is worth it, and it really doesn’t take that much time. Turn on your favourite song or Netflix show while you peel the chickpeas and the time will fly by!

Chipotle Peppers in Adobe Sauce

The addition of chipotle peppers to humus is a major game changer. The smoky kick is amazing! To make the chipotle hummus, you will need a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, which you can find at pretty much any grocery store.

Chipotles in adobo are smoked and dried jalapeños that are rehydrated and canned in a sweet and tangy purée of tomato, vinegar, garlic, and spices. The peppers can be spicy and that is why I only add one pepper with 2 teaspoons of sauce to the hummus. I keep the hummus on the mild side, so the boys will eat it. If you want a spicy chipotle hummus, you can add more peppers and sauce.

When we open a can of chipotle peppers in adobo, we rarely use the entire can, so we keep the peppers either in the fridge for a few weeks or in the freezer for a few months. They are always great to have on hand, especially to make this hummus because after you try it you will be making it ALL of the time!

Hummus Time

Once the chickpeas are peeled, you can put all of the ingredients in the food processor and let it do the work. You will have creamy, smooth hummus in no time! The chipotle peppers make the hummus smoky, slightly sweet, and so addicting!

To serve, put the hummus in a bowl and drizzle with a little olive oil and sprinkle with smoked paprika to bring out that smoky flavour. Enjoy with fresh pita bread, pita chips, tortilla chips, crackers, or cut up vegetables. It is the perfect easy appetizer or everyday healthy snack. You can also use the hummus as a spread for sandwiches.

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Chipotle Hummus

This easy home made hummus is full of flavour and great with pita bread, chips, crackers, or cut up vegetables.

PREP TIME :15 mins TOTAL TIME : 15 mins CUISINE : Middle Eastern SERVINGS : 6

Ingredients

• 15 ounces chickpeas, rinsed, drained, and peeled

• 1 chipotle in adobo pepper

• 2 teaspoons adobe sauce

• 1 clove garlic

• 2 tablespoons tahini

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 tablespoons water

• 1 tablespoon lime juice

• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

• Olive oil and smoked paprika, for garnish

Instructions

• In a food processor, add the drained and peeled chickpeas, adobe pepper, adobe sauce, garlic, tahini, olive oil, water, lime juice, and salt. Process until the hummus is smooth. You might need to stop and scrape down the sides with a spatula and blend again.

• Taste and adjust seasoning, you might need to add more salt and lime juice. If the hummus isn’t spicy enough for you, you can always add another pepper or more sauce. I keep it on the milder side so our boys can enjoy it, it still has plenty of chipotle flavour.

• To serve, put the hummus in a bowl and drizzle with a little olive oil and sprinkle with a little smoked paprika. Serve with pita bread, chips, crackers, or cut up vegetables.

Nutrition

Calories: 190kcal, Carbohydrates: 21g, Protein: 7g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 233mg, Potassium: 229mg, Fiber: 6g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 144IU, Vitamin C: 2mg, Calcium: 42mg, Iron: 2mg

AVOCADO VEGGIE SANDWICH

Our go-to quick & easy Avocado Sandwich piled high with fresh veggies, sprouts, and creamy mashed avocado. Add baked tofu or tempeh for a protein boost!

I’ve been making this easy (5-10 minute!) sandwich for years. I always figured it was a bit too simple to post on the site. But hey… simple is what we do here, so here goes What makes this sandwich special (plus delicious) is the combo of mashed avocado on one half, and mustard or hummus on the other. Not only are they both really flavourful, but also act as a helpful “glue” keeping the veggies in place.

I often add thin slices of savoury baked tofu as well which adds awesome flavour and a protein boost. Or you can change it up with some vegan mayo or cheese (big fan of the Follow Your Heart brand – they’ve got some pretty tasty options!) No matter how you like to stack it, these are always a great, classic choice for on-the-go lunches, picnics, and quick meals at home. Hope you enjoy as well!

AVOCADO VEGGIE SANDWICH

Our go-to quick and easy avocado sandwich piled high with fresh veggies, sprouts, and creamy mashed avocado. Add baked tofu or tempeh for a protein boost!

Prep Time : 10 minutes Total Time : 10 minutes

Category : Main Dish Cuisine : Gluten-Free Option, Oil-Free, Vegan

Servings : 1

INGREDIENTS

• 2 slices of your favourite bread (gluten-free if desired)

• 1/2 large avocado

• 1 small roma tomato

• Red onion (a few slices)

• Cucumber (a few slices)

• Small handful baby spinach

• Favourite hummus or mustard (spicy brown, Dijon, etc.)

• Optional: alfalfa/clover sprouts, sauerkraut, grated carrot, other veggies of choice, or baked tofu

INSTRUCTIONS

• Toast your bread.

• Meanwhile, slice tomato, cucumber, and onion.

• With a fork, mash avocado on one slice of toasted bread.

• On the other slice, spread mustard (or hummus).

• Layer up your veggies between the two slices, place halves together, and enjoy!

NUTRITION PER SERVING (ESTIMATE)

Calories: 365kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Potassium: 858mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1366IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 89mg | Iron: 3mg

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VEGAN AVOCADO PESTO GRILLED CHEESE

A grilled cheese sandwich with a twist. The twist being this vegan avocado pesto grilled cheese toastie is SO MUCH BETTER than a plain cheese toastie. Add avocado to any sandwich, and instantly it’s ten times better! Especially when paired with pesto and cheese.

Since reducing my dairy intake, I haven’t really missed cheese all that much. The one thing I hear most from people who cut out dairy from their diet or go vegan is how much they miss cheese. I’ve never experienced that; however, I do crave a bit of cheese every now and then and this vegan avocado pesto grilled cheese is the ultimate way to satisfy such a craving

As I mentioned in my previous post, during my uni days I relied quite heavenly on sandwiches during stressful revision periods. Now that I’m a student again, I unfortunately don’t have the luxury of spending my days and nights focusing solely on my studies without worrying about things like doing the laundry, food shopping, cleaning the house, washing the dishes on top of trying to run and grow a business. When I was at uni, my mum took charge of everything bless her. Adult life has really given me perspective and made me realise how I used to take uni days and that freedom (and my mum!) for granted.

This time around I have just as many exams and assignments as well as clinic work (which is so intense!) and so much less free time to do it all in! Now more than ever I need to rely on quick, easy and yummy meals that will keep me going without leaving a ton of pans and plates to wash up afterwards. I find myself turning to this avocado pesto grilled cheese sandwich a lot recently. And the husband isn’t complaining either. He loves grilled cheese toasties. He loves sandwiches and toasties full stop. Actually anything with bread you can guarantee he’s a fan of.

If you want to take your sandwiches to the next level, you NEED to start grilling them. Honestly it’s a game changer! Just by brushing your sandwich with a bit of butter on each side and pressing it in a hot grill for 3-4 minutes makes the biggest difference in your sandwich eating experience! Once you try it you can never go back. I find sandwiches a lot more boring now if I don’t toast them. Trust me, you need to give it a try!

The first feature that stood out when I received the grill was the DuraCeramic plates that you can remove and wash separately, which is so handy. I’ve always found grills so awkward to clean, which then puts me off from using them in the first place. I think this is such a clever idea and makes the whole experience so much smoother and more enjoyable. The plates are also dishwasher safe making the cleaning process even easier!

Another feature of the grill is that it has a floating hinge that allows for 180 degree opening to cook food with different thicknesses and it also means you can cook more on it at the same time.

As well as toasties, it’s perfect for grilling quesadilla, French toast, meat, tofu, sausages, burgers, vegetables, onions and even caramelising fruit like banana (yum!).

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VEGAN AVOCADO PESTO GRILLED CHEESE

Serves: 1

Ingredients

• 2 slices of your favourite type of bread

• 2 slices of cheese (I used vegan cheese)

• 1-2 tbsp vegan green pesto

• 1/2 ripe avocado, sliced

• Handful of spinach leaves

• Some melted butter

Method

1. Brush each slice of toast with a little bit of melted butter, then spread the pesto on the other side.

2. Add a slice of cheese on top of the pesto, then arrange the avocado slices and top with a few spinach leaves. Add another slice of cheese and top with the other bread, pesto side down.

3. Heat your grill on medium/high. Once hot, place the sandwich in the middle of the grill and use the handle to press the top plate down. Leave to cook for 3-4 minutes, but check it after 2 minutes. You want to cook it until it’s golden brown.

4. Wait for it to cool down a little, then enjoy!