Vegan Pizza Hummus
This Vegan Pizza Hummus combines the cozy, familiar flavor of pizza with the creamy texture of classic hummus. Chickpeas and tahini form the base, while tomato paste, oregano, and basil bring that rich, herby tomato depth that tastes like a pizza sauce you can scoop. It’s quick to make, uses pantry staples, and works equally well as a dip, spread, or base layer for wraps and bowls. Perfect for snacks, meal prep, or light lunches that still feel indulgent.
Equipment
- Food processor or high-speed blender
- Rubber spatula
- Small serving bowl
- Airtight container (for storage)
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup tahini
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 Tbsp Nutritional Yeast
- 2 tbsp olive oil plus more for topping, Optionally
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional, for spice
- ½ tsp salt
- 2-4 Tbsp water as needed for texture
- chopped sun-dried tomatoes Optional Topping
- fresh basil Optional Topping
- vegan parmesan Optional Topping
- olives Optional Topping
Instructions
- Add chickpeas, tahini, tomato paste, garlic, Nutritional Yeast, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, basil, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, and salt to a food processor.
- Blend until smooth, pausing to scrape the sides. Add water gradually, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the hummus is creamy and spreadable.
- Taste and add more salt, lemon, or spices as needed.
- Transfer to a bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Add toppings like chopped sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, or vegan parmesan.
- Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Video
@herbyeater The battle of two hummuses that couldn’t be more different: which one are you taking a bite of first? Both are vegan, one is oil free and refined sugar free, the other has oil but got a protein boost with a good amount of nooch. One tastes like pizza (and smells like it), the other tastes like fall and family gatherings and memories 🥹🤍. No right or wrong but I wanna hear your opinion, so leave a comment with your thoughts! 💭 #hummus #hummusrecipe #pizza #pumpkinpie #veganrecipes
♬ Hold My Hand - Jess Glynne
Notes
For a roasted flavor, blend in a few roasted red peppers or a spoonful of sun-dried tomato oil.
To turn it into a full meal, spread over a toasted pita, top with sautéed mushrooms and spinach, and warm briefly in the oven.