hummus substitutes

7 substitutes · avg score 4.7 · Middle Eastern dip of pureed cooked chickpeas with tahini, lemon, garlic, and olive oil. Served with pita, crudites, or as a sandwich spread.

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01

Tahini

6.7
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Key ingredient, thinner but similar flavor

02

Mayonnaise

6.7
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Creamy spread, very different flavor

03

Peanut Butter

6.7
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Nutty and thick; thin with lemon juice for hummus-like dip consistency

04

Cream Cheese

4.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Savory spread swap for bagels and wraps

05

Pesto

3.3
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Herby spread, works as dip

06

Whipped Butter

3.3
1 cup : 1 cup

Savory spread alternative; different flavor profile

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