Combine 2 of the best dips to make Baba Ghanoush Hummus! Full of deep, smoky, and roasted flavors, this condiment will seem like a meal! Gluten-free, vegan, and nut-free, with eggplant and chickpeas, you’ll get your healthy veggies and protein in one dip!
Why not combine the two? It makes sense, doesn’t it? Both come from the same region in the world and both and spectacularly delicious! I feel like they are the same thing, regardless. Before I was as “food literate” as I am now, I through baba ghanoush did in fact include chickpeas. Turns out that’s false, so I decided to take matters into my own hands and combine the two anyway!
Now, just hold up for one moment. Remember I said May is unofficially pizza month? Well, I did not lie. This recipe for baba ghanoush hummus is “part 1” of the final PIZZA recipe I’ll be giving on Wednesday! Yes, you should get super excited! I know I’M excited! This coming pizza recipe I have been dieing to share with you ever since I made it. It will blow your pizza minds out of the park! (Trust me!)
But you’ll have to wait a day or two for that fabulous pie 😉 Right now, it’s hummus time! If you’re familiar with this blog, you’re very familiar with the “King Bean”. The ever coveted legume of our dreams! That should also tune you in to what’s coming up on Wednesday 😉 Chickpeas won’t only be in this hummus…
You all know I go in phases with my favorite foods and cuisines. Yes, Indian will always be my #1, but Middle Eastern is fantastic as well. I mean, HARRISA! That sauce is just delicious! I have a ton of recipes using it but so far only my harissa potato salad has made it on to the blog! (Sorry!) Don’t worry though, you’ll be getting a nice dose today and Wednesday!
Baba Ghanoush Hummus
- 2 Cups Cooked Chickpeas
- 1½ Cups Roasted Eggplant (about 1 medium sized)
- 1 TB Fresh Chopped Cilantro (more for topping)
- 1 TB Harissa
- 1 TB Tahini
- 1 Tsp Lemon Juice
- ½ Tsp Smoked Paprika
- ½ Tsp Minced Garlic
- ½ Tsp Onion Powder
- ¼ Tsp Cumin
- Water (as needed to help blend)
- To roast the eggplant, preheat the oven to 450 F. Cut the eggplant top off, then cut the eggplant in half lengthwise. Make cuts in a cross-stitch pattern, through the flesh for easy scooping. Roast in the oven on a baking sheet for 20-30 minutes until very soft. Remove and let cool.
- In a large food processor, combine all ingredients. For the eggplant either scoop out all the flesh and add to the processor, or like I did, just chop it up and include the skin.
- Blend the mixture until creamy smooth, adding a bit of water if necessary.
Ah, the glorious taste of roasted and smokey eggplant with the aromas of cumin and harissa! It truly is just decadent to the senses! I do feel like this could be a meal within itself! Veggies, plant-protein and carbs, a little spice to jazz it up, and healthy fats from the harissa and tahini! So for now, eat this as a dip with some crackers or veggies, spread it on a sandwich, and try to contain your excitement for what’s coming your way on Wednesday! Make sure you’re subscribed so you know the SECOND it goes live!
So tell me:
+ Have you ever made/had baba ghanoush?
+ Favorite thing to go with eggplant? Anytime it’s roasted and blended I’m a huge fan! So creamy!
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This sounds delicious!
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This sounds delicious, but your pictures make it look too pretty to eat! lol. I have some crackers in the kitchen begging for this stuff.
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Get blending!
Mmm!! These flavors all sound so good together! 🙂
They are! Thanks!
I love Baba Ghanoush, but have never attempted making it. That’s going to change now!
I hope so!
What a great take on Hummus! I’m always looking for ways to liven it up!
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Aren’t we all? 😉
Fun fact: I can only tolerate eggplant in baba ghanoush! And like you, I totally thought it was some dip with chickpeas in it before someone made it for me (love at first bite!). I love the idea of combining two powerhouse dips into one. Awesome!
I’m pinning & sharing!
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It’s just better when they’re together 😉
J can’t have tahini so I’m always interested in different ways to flavour hummus and like the idea of adding eggplant.
Well that’s baba ghanoush!
This sounds amazing!
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Rebecca, you’ve done it again! Each week I wait to see what you’ve created in the kitchen, it’s always new, fun and different! This week you’ve taken 2 items and made them into one incredible, delicious dip! Can’t wait to try this!
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This looks delicious. A great way to add more veggies into your diet. Great idea! It is also a fun, different way to use eggplant. Can not wait to try it out.
Sure it is!
Very easy and healthy, just perfect for summer! I’ll make it tomorrow!
Fantastic! Glad to hear that!
I’ve never had baba ghanoush, but I like eggplant and I’ve been looking for a way to jazz up my hummus. I’m definitely going to make this. We’ve got a healthy work lunch club and this would be a hit.
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You will love this then!! There are so many flavors here and super healthy!
Can’t believe I’ve never thought to combine these two before – this sounds so incredible. Yum! Sharing 🙂
Right? Haha! It should really be a THING!
What a awesome Hummus recipe, we will love this! T
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Yum, this looks fabulous! I Love both baba ghannouh and hummus and I eat hummus for lunch most days.
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I’ve never been a big eggplant fan, so I’m always sort of looking for a recipe that will change my mind. I do love making my own hummus, so maybe this’ll be the one.
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Hi Rebecca,
Sounds tasty and healthy. Pinned & tweeted! Have a healthy happy & blessed Memorial Day weekend!
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Two of my favorite things in one! This dip looks so very good!
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B-nouj is my life! Looks awesome!
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I really love your pics for this recipe Rebecca. You make this look so delicious, and I bet it is! I want to slather it in some pita bread, toss in some veggies and have it right now for an amazing lunch!
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Thank you, sweet Gin! It would make the perfect lunch <3
Hummus is probably the best thing you can do with chickpeas 😀
This one here looks absolutely delicious, Rebecca!
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One of the MANY things you can do with chickpeas 😉
Thats two of my favorite dips in one. How awesome!! 🙂
Made for you 😉
I have made baba ghanoush, and I was thrilled with how well it turned out. And since no one in my household seems to care for it, I had it all to myself ; )
Can’t wait to give this recipe a try.
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Such a interesting recipe! I need that hummus for my bag full of chips:)
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That will do 😉
Mmmmm so delicous! I love both hummus and baba ghanoush. What a great idea to combine them!
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This is such a Fab Idea! I love both Baba Ganoush & Hummus, so I can see myself making this soon 🙂
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Thank you!! Yes, so good!
this is indeed best of both worlds…cant wait to see whats coming tomorrow 🙂
dixya @food, pleasure, and health recently posted…Cauliflower Rice Pilaf with Chickpeas
I’m pretty excited 😉
Thanks for sharing another interesting recipe. I love humus but have never tried to make my own and this sounds pretty awesome. Will definitely have to try to make soon.
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It’s so easy and this one gives you 2 experiences in one!
You have indeed combined 2 of my favorite dips in 1. This is sure to be a crowd pleaser!
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Love the idea of blending these 2 favorites into one bowl of deliciousness!
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I’ve been craving something like this !! One of my favorites.
Perfect then!
Love the combo of chickpeas and eggplant to create this blend of flavors!! Sounds delicious!
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I am obsessed with hummus (it’s a favorite of mine!) but combined with baba ghanoush?? I must try this soon!
Ashley@CookNourishBliss recently posted…Garden Veggie Hummus Dip
Yes yes!!! I couldn’t live without my hummus!!
I don’t normally care for baba ghnoush, but mixed with hummus I’m sure it’s great, I’ll have to try it out!
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This is probably the best dip I have ever seen! Literally two of my most fav dips EVER!!
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AHHH, dip it up!
Baba ghanoush is one of my husband’s fave. Love your creative idea for this version, looks awesome!
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Great post, I’m a big fan of Baba Ghanoush and hummus 🙂
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Perfect then!
These pictures of your hummus look amazing Rebecca.
I just re-did all my healthy low fat dips pictures this weekend, including my hummus. But your pics make me think I should go back and do mine again! 😉 #foodpicjealousy
But seriously though. Wow!!! 🙂
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No redoing! I bet they are perfect (honestly I think my own are still….terrible!)
I’ve never tried making baba ghanoush, but this recipe = the best of both worlds! <3
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Yes! You need to make this dip!
Your pictures are gorgeous Rebecca – seriously the prettiest hummus I’ve ever seen!
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That looks so tasty. I was just reading another blog that had hummus on it as well. That makes me want to go make some now. Yum!
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Well this “hummus” is the best one to make 😉
This sounds like a wonderful appetizer, dip, spread, all of the above. LOVE the flavor combos 🙂
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I really do think it could fit as a meal too 😉 Hahaha!
I bet this is amazing–I love both dips! And the harissa is genius!
Thank you!
I love harissa too!!! This is such a great idea. I’m forever conflicted at Mediterranean restaurants trying to figure out whether I want hummus or babaganoush more.
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They literally should just be the same thing….er…blended into the same thing 😉
Rebecca, these photos are stunning!!!! My love for hummus is strong and while I’m not the biggest fan of eggplant, I could totally get on board with this since it’s blended 🙂 haha! I’m a total texture person and every time I’ve cooked eggplant it kind of grosses me out…BUT I have tried baba ghanoush before and remember liking it! This looks wonderful – I’ve pinned it and hope to make it soon! xo
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Haha, I’m glad I retook them! The ones I took the first time I made this were….a mess….so I ended up making the recipe again the next week to shoot. My mom thought I was crazy and I said, no…the photo are terrible (she just rolled her eyes) 😛 Hahaha!
You get no texture problems in a smooth creamy hummus, but I’d suggest taking the skin off the eggplant then, just scooping the roasted flesh out, instead of throwing the whole thing in there like me 😉
Two of my favourite dips in one! YESSSSSSSSSSSSSS! <3
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Two of my favorite dips in one! This looks fantastic!
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Sounds delicious. I might have a crack at this, leaving out the tahini.
You’ll miss out then.
I’m the only one who likes eggplant in my family so I don’t make it often! Wonder if this might convert my family, especially with the follow up pizza!
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They’ll never know it’s in the dip and…yes…just wait for the pizza!
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This sounds amazing! I love that there is eggplant in there…very creative! My favorite thing to do with eggplant is a toss up. I really like making eggplant fries–they’re crunchy and creamy at the same time! BUT I also really like making eggplant meatballs–its a super easy take on meatballs that is delicious and vegetarian! Thank you for sharing!
Well, um, baba ghanoush IS eggplant…so…
I LOOOOOOVE baba ghanoush at restaurants but the ONE time I made it at home it turned out terrible!!! I have to try your version – maybe I’ll have better luck! Thanks girl!
Make this one for sure!!!! The power of the bean will never let you down!
Two of my favourite dips in one! double YUM!
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I love hummus, I didn’t think I would but now I can’t get enough of it.
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And you will love this one even more!
Love this! I made a version without chickpeas but want to tweak the recipe before sharing. Now I might just put that off a little and whip this up when I have the craving.
Lol, so you made plain old baba ghanouh?
Harissa is the new “it” spice this season, I definitely need to use it more!
Sauce, but yes!
I love Baba Ghanoush! It’s one of my absolute favorites. I could eat it all the time. Yum!
It is so good!
This looks so beautiful! Really great job with the photos. I love that this has eggplant in it!!
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Haha, well that’s baba ghanoush!
Genius idea! Why have I never thought of doing this before?? I eat hummus and baba ganoush all the time! Need to try this for sure! 😀
Right? It’s one of those “duh” moments!
Oh yes, I LOVE this idea!! Why isn’t this a thing already? Thank goodness you rectified that because the world definitely needs this dip. Well, at least my mouth does!
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Hahaha, so agreed! It REALLY needed to happen!
Give me some chips and veggie sticks! I just want to dig in, yes! 🙂
Dipping party!
This truly does look delicious!!! Love it!
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Oh my goodness, yes! This sounds absolutely perfect!
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I still have yet to make Baba Ghanoush. I know I am missing out!
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Yes!!!! You must! Roasted eggplant is just the best in dippable form!
Given that I devour baba ganoush and hummus in record time, I reckon that if they were combined into one, it would be gone before I got it out of the food processor! Such a great idea:)
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Hahahahahaha 😉 I’ll make sure to make a double batch when I bring this to a party with you 😉
I love fusion recipes. That way I do not have to choose between two favorite dips.
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Two of my favorite things! This looks delicious!
Thanks Courtney!
Alex ad I were just talking about baba ganoush and hummus (he didn’t know the the BG didn’t have chickpeas in it), so now you know I want to make him some. And then makes some of this for myself 😀
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Haha, yes! I think they should just be one thing 😛