Name: Savory Pumpkin Hummus with Lemon and Cumin
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 can chickpeas, 15 oz / 425 g, drained and rinsed; 1 cup plain canned pumpkin puree, not pie filling; 3 tbsp tahini, stirred; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 2 tbsp olive oil, plus an optional drizzle to serve; 1 small garlic clove, minced; ½ tsp ground cumin; ¼ tsp fine salt; 2 tbsp cold water, plus more as needed; 1 tbsp shelled roasted pumpkin seeds, optional; ⅛ tsp smoked paprika, optional; Washed cucumber sticks and pita triangles, optional, to serve

Savory Pumpkin Hummus with Lemon and Cumin

Pumpkin, chickpeas and tahini blend into a savoury dip with lemon and cumin. Serve with crunchy vegetables for an autumn snack or an appetizer before dinner.

Published 2026-09-10

15 min6 servings

Timing breakdown · 2 timed stages

About 15 minutes to prepare and blend using canned chickpeas and pumpkin. Serve immediately; any optional chilling adds to this time.

Preparation: 15 min

Preparation / waiting Step 2: 1 minute
Preparation / waiting Step 2: 1 to 2 minutes

Durations are taken from the method and may overlap. Some preparation steps are not timed. Optional stages are separate from the main meal.

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How to make Savory Pumpkin Hummus with Lemon and Cumin

01
Drain and rinse the chickpeas. Add them to the food processor with pumpkin, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin and salt.
02
Blend for about 1 minute. Stop the machine and scrape the bowl, then add the water and blend for another 1 to 2 minutes until smooth. Add extra water a teaspoon at a time only if needed.
03
Spoon into a shallow bowl and make a swirl with the back of a spoon. Add the optional oil drizzle, pumpkin seeds and paprika. Serve with cucumber and pita, or cover and refrigerate promptly.

Recipe questions

Is this a sweet pumpkin dip?

No. Lemon, garlic and cumin keep it savoury. Use plain pumpkin puree; pumpkin pie filling contains sugar and spices.

Can I make it ahead?

Yes. Refrigerate covered at 4°C (40°F) or colder and use within 3 days. Add the toppings just before serving. Keep out of the refrigerator for no more than 2 hours.

What allergens should I check?

Tahini contains sesame and ordinary pita contains wheat. Check ingredient and serving-food labels for other allergens.

Can I use it beyond a snack plate?

Spread it in a vegetable sandwich or serve alongside roasted vegetables. If using it in a packed lunch, keep the portion chilled.

Cooking & storage

Use the recipe’s specific storage directions when provided. Read the food storage guide for chilling and reheating food, and the measures guide before changing portions or ingredients.

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Adapted from Amy Katz at Veggies Save The Day and Whole Foods Market, with one cup of pumpkin, measured cumin and a smaller amount of garlic. Makes approximately 2 1/2 cups; divide into six snack portions.

Adapted from Amy Katz at Veggies Save The Day.

Additional guidance: Whole Foods Market: pumpkin hummus · Health Canada: food storage guidance