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Lebanese Spicy Sumac-Kissed Hummus with Pomegranate Seeds

Name: Lebanese Spicy Sumac-Kissed Hummus with Pomegranate Seeds
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: Chickpeas, 2 cups, canned, drained and rinsed; Fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup (about 1 large lemon); Tahini, 1/4 cup; Garlic clove, 1 clove, minced; Olive oil, 2 tablespoons; Ground cumin, 1 teaspoon; Sumac, 1 teaspoon; Cayenne pepper, 1/4 teaspoon; Salt, To taste; Sumac, 1 tablespoon; Pomegranate seeds, 1/4 cup; Olive oil, Drizzle; Fresh parsley, Handful, chopped; Warm pita bread; Fresh vegetable sticks, Carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers

Dive into a classic Lebanese hummus with a fiery kick, finished with a splash of zesty sumac and a scatter of juicy pomegranate seeds. Perfect for any gathering or as a standalone indulgence.

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·By Ethan Brooks·November 8, 2025

Lebanese Spicy Sumac-Kissed Hummus with Pomegranate Seeds — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Hummus

For the Garnish

For Accompaniments

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 348 kcal
Protein: 10.6 g
Carbs: 37.3 g
Fat: 19.3 g
Fiber: 8.5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1391 kcal
Protein: 42.4 g
Carbs: 149.3 g
Fat: 77.1 g
Fiber: 34 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Chickpeas 2 cups, canned, drained and rinsed	480	24	80	8	20
Fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup (about 1 large lemon)	15	0.5	5	0	0
Tahini 1/4 cup	360	10	14	32	4
Garlic clove 1 clove, minced	4	0.2	1	0	0
Olive oil 2 tablespoons	240	0	0	28	0
Ground cumin 1 teaspoon	8	0.4	1	0.5	0.5
Sumac 1 teaspoon	5	0.3	1	0	0.3
Cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon	1	0	0.3	0	0.2
Salt To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Sumac 1 tablespoon	17	1	2	0	1
Pomegranate seeds 1/4 cup	36	0.5	8	0.5	1.5
Olive oil Drizzle	60	0	0	7	0
Fresh parsley Handful, chopped	5	0.5	1	0.1	0.5
Warm pita bread	110	4	22	1	2
Fresh vegetable sticks Carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers	50	1	12	0.5	3

These estimates are based on typical food composition and not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Blending the Hummus

1
Combine tahini and lemon juice
In a food processor, combine the tahini and lemon juice. Process for about 1 minute until smooth.
Tip: Be sure to use fresh sumac for the most vibrant flavor.
2
Add oil and spices
Add the olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper to the mixture. Process until well combined.
3
Process chickpeas
Add the chickpeas and process for another minute or until the hummus is thick and creamy. Add water if needed to achieve desired consistency. Season with salt.
Tip: Ensure the chickpeas are thoroughly rinsed to avoid a metallic taste.