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Sun Dried Tomato Red Pepper Hummus made bean free with zucchini, sun dried tomato, garlic and red peppers yum! Thick, creamy and with a spicy kick, this healthy hummus makes a delicious veggie dipper or marinade.
This Sun Dried Tomato Red Pepper Hummus was originally published January 2015. I’ve re-tested and re-photographed the recipe for you!
I was about to apologize for the iPhone pictures of this healthy hummus. That is, if you happened to have been around in 2015 following this blog. Wow! Has it really been that long? It feels like yesterday that I started building my little area of the internet world.
I’ve thought about it and I’m not going to apologize for old recipe pictures anymore. Here’s why… we all have to start somewhere. That means we’re going to fail, learn, fail, learn. Get it? That’s the only way we grow, reach our goals and do great things.
Had I not started this blog with ugly iPhone pictures, it would not be what it is today and I wouldn’t have my website and nutrition business (which I LOVE and adore). The point is, we all have to start somewhere and the path won’t always be a straight line and clear.
Why am I telling you this? Because way too many women think think they need to be perfect to reach their weight loss goals. I see it everyday in my nutrition coaching. It keeps them stuck in a cycle of always starting over. Resilience is the key to your success. That and a few lighter recipes which you’ll find plenty of on this website including this….
Sun Dried Tomato Red Pepper Hummus
Ever since I made that no bean hummus, I’ve been obsessed with making zucchini based dips and marinades for a lighter, veggie packed hummus or cooking protein in.
I’m not in any way telling you to omit beans. They’re high fiber and a wonderful source of nutrients. Not to mention fiber is key for weight loss. So many misconception when it comes to carbs which I talk about in my free weight loss training.
One of my goals is to alway eat more veggies. This hummus is made from red peppers, zucchini and sun dried tomatoes. Three veggies in one, delicious, creamy and slightly hummus coming right up!
What You Need
- Red Pepper
- Sun Dried Tomatoes
- Zucchini
- Tahini
- Olive oil
- Lemon Juice
- Paprika, Cayenne Pepper, Salt
How to make healthy hummus
Wash, clean, cut and discard the seeds of the red pepper and peel the zucchini. Roughly chop both and toss in a blender or food processor. You can leave the skin on the zucchini if you like. More good fiber in that skin, but it’s totally up to you!
Measure and toss the remaining ingredients into the blender. Blend until smooth and enjoy!
How to eat this low carb hummus
There’e soooo many options when it comes to hummus. While you can enjoy it with raw veggies, I encourage you to think beyond that. Hummus can be used as a salad dressing, protein marinade like this hummus chicken or even as a low carb pasta sauce.
Want more healthy hummus recipes? Try this black bean dip, pumpkin hummus recipe, zucchini hummus, beet hummus, jalapeno hummus, cheesy garlic hummus or this festive cranberry hummus next!
Sun Dried Tomato Red Pepper No Bean Hummus
Ingredients
- 1 zucchini, peeled and chopped into 1 inch pieces
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped, seeded and cut into 1 inch pieces
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup sun dried tomatoes
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Toss all ingredients in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth. Place in a bowl and serve with your favorite veggies.
- Store in the refrigerator up to 10 days in a sealed container.
Notes
- Makes 12 servings, about 2 tbsp each depending on the size of your veggies.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
What I Used For The Recipe
You know what I never thought about how losing weight would affect my hormones. It makes sense though. Two years ago I lost about 20 pounds due to training for a triathlon and stress. It completely turned my hormones upside down. At the time we were trying to have a baby and it was not possible since I was all screwed up. Very interesting…
Hormones can mess with everything in your body…even your bones. I did everything the right way too. Didn’t do any weird diets, just watched my portions and walked everyday. Apparently my body is also very sensitive to stress. Did you do anything to turn yours around? It helps knowing I’m not alone.
I love how you use zucchini for so many things! I need to start trying it more.
You do! Squash is so delicious & filling.
This looks delicious!! I’m always so excited to find bean free dips! I’ll be making this over the weekend – thank you!!
Hope you enjoy it! It makes a lot.
I have read many stories on how food has cured autoimmune disease so I wouldn’t be surprised if it could balance hormones too. I love garlic, sun-dried tomatoes and basil..I guess I just like hummus too much 😉
I like it too, but I forget about it sometimes. I should probably start making more hummus than muffins. haha!
Red pepper is my favorite hummus flavor…and no bean…well that’s just awesome too! XOXO
Glad you liked it Rebecca!
I totally forgot about zucchini hummus! I had an ex that used to make a version of this all the time. I’m not trying to be paleo, but these low carb things are amazingly helpful when you’re on a competition diet.
Hope you get this stuff worked out once and for all! And I really hope you’re not driving around in the Super Bowl mess this weekend.
I actually prefer zucchini hummus. I’m not trying to be paleo either, but I do feel a lot better eating that way.
NO WAY – I can’t tell you how excited I am to learn about bean free hummus! I am pretty allergic to FODMAP food (beans and garlic included) so I just can’t do both at the same time. One at a time, much better! I can’t wait to give this a shot. You’re a genius!
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You are gonna love this then! I have another recipe too for pumpkin hummus. You can’t taste the pumpkin and it’s equally delicious. Hope you like it!
This looks to die for!!! Thank you for sharing!
You’re welcome, have a great weekend!
have you read the adrenal reset diet by dr alan Christiansen? I think you’d really like it and the recipes! this looks great!
I haven’t heard of that book, but it sounds like something I need to read it. I need all the reset help I can get. 🙂
This looks AMAZING! Thanks for sharing this! 🙂
Of course, glad you like it!