I love pairing this creamy artichoke hummus with crunchy sliced cucumbers or baby carrots. This spread has a bright lemony flavor and is perfect for smearing on wraps (like my 3-ingredient flatbread).
I came up with this recipe after trying this parsnip hummus. I wanted to see what other veggies I could use to make a tasty hummus-like spread, and I can’t tell you how happy I am to have experimented with artichokes.
I suggest using frozen artichoke hearts for this spread – they’re convenient, and I think they taste much better than canned. You can find them in the freezer section of your grocery store (I get mine at Whole Foods).
This recipe is so simple. Roast artichoke hearts in the oven and then blend them with the rest of your ingredients in either a blender or a food processor.
This bean-free, artichoke hummus is delicious, and I’m sure that after you make this once, you’ll make this again.
Ingredients
- 12- ounce package of frozen artichoke hearts thawed
- ½ cup tahini
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 3-5 garlic cloves roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil plus extra for serving
- Paprika garnish
Instructions
- Place thawed artichokes on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil and bake at 350 for 25 minutes.
- Put the artichokes along with the rest of the ingredients in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth.
- Top with olive oil, sprinkle with paprika, and serve.
Linda says
Delicious!! Garlic-y, Iemony – yum. I doubled the recipe and used 2 cans of 14.75 oz CaraMia artichoke hearts in water (since I had them on hand already) and skipped the roasting part because I thought maybe that was just for frozen – but I see from other comments that you do it for the flavor. I will try that next time!
My Heart Beets says
Hi Linda, I’m so glad you liked this! And great to know you liked it with unroasted canned artichokes!
Robyn Rands says
I love the artichoke hummus. I used garlic powder instead of fresh. Fresh uncooked doesn’t agree with my mouth. I found vacuum sealed artichokes at a market in Palm Beach Gardens. What a time saver! Will make this again a lot. The naan gave me a little trouble. Tasted good, but I seemed to prefer the hummus on something crunchier. Would love a great cracker recipe/
My Heart Beets says
Hi Robyn! I’m so glad you liked the hummus 🙂 You can try making these paleo tortilla chips next time: https://myheartbeets.com/paleo-tortilla-chips/
Monica says
Hi Ashley. Can canned artichoke hearts be used instead of frozen? If so, would you skip the roasting part?
My Heart Beets says
Yup, you can use canned! You can still roast them – I do that for flavor but it’s optional 🙂
Kathy says
This is fantastic! I was looking for Paleo/GF artichoke recipes since I rarely eat them. Well, I do now! Very easy and the roasting gives a complex flavor. Yum!
My Heart Beets says
Thanks, Kathy!! I’m so glad you liked the hummus! 🙂
Jen says
I’ve always loved artichoke dip, but can no longer have it due to a dairy allergy. I made this with artichoke hearts that were preserved in oil. It was an absolute delight! Nice and creamy! Even my toddler gobbled it up. I hope you will share more hummus recipes in the future.
My Heart Beets says
Jen, happy to hear that you both liked this recipe!! have you tried my pumpkin hummus yet? I’ll hopefully share another hummus recipe soon too 🙂
Lewanne says
A new favorite…..I took this to a potluck and it was a huge hit! Now I’m sorry I waited so long to try it.
My Heart Beets says
Awesome!! Happy you tried and liked it, Lewanne! If you’re looking for another even easier hummus recipe – try my pumpkin hummus next 🙂
Stefanie says
Hello Ashley!
I found your blog, specially this recipe and tried it today – finally!
Since I am in Germany I don´t have ounces and cups, but I think I found the right amount of every ingredient.
I bought artichoke hearts in a glass and natural fluid, didn´t roast them in the oven. It turned out delicious!!!
Can´t wait for my husband to try it.
May I ask why you roast them? There raw, right? Or is it also for some roasted flavour?
Thanks!
Liebe Grüße,
Stefanie
My Heart Beets says
Stefanie, glad you liked the hummus! I roasted the artichoke hearts because I figured they’d be easier to blend when soft and that the roasting would add some flavor. Hope you love any other recipes that you try!
Sarah says
Hi Ashley,
I have fresh artichokes from my CSA and I haven’t quite figured out what I want do with them. This recipe looks perfect! Do you have ideas on how to adapt the recipe to use fresh rather than frozen? Would you roast as usual or do I need to par-cook them in some way before proceeding? Thanks in advance!
Sarah says
I love your new layout btw…reminds me of the LoveandLemons site, which is so accessible and easy to navigate! Well done 🙂
My Heart Beets says
Thank you! I looked at loveandlemons, epicurious and several other websites for inspiration! I’m hoping to add a few more features in the coming weeks! 🙂
My Heart Beets says
Hi Sarah! You can definitely use fresh artichoke hearts if you’d like! I’m lazy which is why I buy frozen 🙂 Just roast the raw artichoke hearts as written in the directions. If you try this let me know how it turns out!
Sarah says
You are right about fresh artichokes being more work! I pushed through though and it turned out quite nice! My blender had trouble with the tougher leaves so maybe I didn’t peel the artichokes down far enough. The flavor was still excellent however. I may try roasted tahini next time- I’ve never used that in hummus so it will be an adventure 😉
Looking forward to more website-design reveals!
Ellen says
Hi Ashley, this recipe sounds so good! Could I sub cashew butter for the tahini? I don’t really care for tahini and I have cashew butter on hand. Thanks!
My Heart Beets says
Thanks, Ellen! Tahini is what makes this taste like hummus but I’m sure an artichoke cashew spread will also be delicious! I’m curious to know how that combination turns out – please let me know if you try!
kristen says
The hummus is good, next time I will add less garlic. It is very strong.
AJ says
Wow! This looks amazing! i have been wondering how to make a hummus without the chickpeas and this looks like a winner! Thanks for the recipes you post. I’ve been stuck in a rut on Paleo and find I’ve been cheating out of laziness more than I’d like to. Giving me back bread (paleo naan) and now with hummus I think I will have more snacking opportunities that I can handle when my garden starts putting out produce in overtime! Can’t wait to check out your other recipes too!
My Heart Beets says
Let me know how it turns out for you, AJ 🙂 It really is good with the naan!
joanna says
so i went to the store today to get the ingredients for this and they don’t sell frozen artichoke hearts. i ended up going to target afterwards and they didn’t have them either!! where did you find yours? i am dying to make this hummus!! i have some canned artichoke hearts at home but they don’t have a lot of flavor to me and the leaves can be really stringy.
My Heart Beets says
Hi Joanna! My Kroger carries frozen artichokes and I’ve heard Trader Joe’s carries them too. They can be hard to find in the frozen section, so search closely! I’d also ask customer service to make sure they have them in stock. They’re worth searching for – so much better than canned in my opinion. Let me know when you get a chance to make this hummus 🙂
joanna says
i ended up finding frozen artichoke hearts at trader joes! i bought the last two bags haha i made it today and it is delicous. i had it with cucumber slices and also bought a jicama to make little dipper sticks. i’ve never tried jicama but i hear it is pretty good.
Maria says
Love artichokes…Definitely need to give this recipe a try!! Thanks 🙂
My Heart Beets says
Maria, let me know how it turns out for you 🙂
Jineen says
Have never liked chickpeas and so have been looking for alternative hummus recipes…and I LOVE artichokes!! But sadly, I don’t care for tahini either. 🙁 Any chance you have an idea of something I could sub?? 🙂
Jules says
Can you substitute the tahini for olive oil?? I so want to try this but can’t do tahini..
Sherrie | With Food + Love says
This looks SO creamy + delicious. I’m amazed that you didn’t use chickpeas in here!!
XO SHERRIE
Richa {VeganRicha.com} says
this is an amazing change from the regular hummus! looks fabulous
Alejandra says
This sounds amazing! I’m dying to try it. I’d love to top mine with some olive tapenade maybe. Thanks for the recipe!
My Heart Beets says
Alejandra, let me know how it turns out if you try it! I love the olive tapenade idea – yum!
Feed The Clan says
This sounds awesome! I’m going to give this a try as soon as I get my hands on some artichoke hearts.
The Peace Patch says
I found you through Rika’s blog…supercool virtual shower idea! I love this hummus combination…my favorite flavors and made with ingredients I always have! I so want this with pasta today. Many thanks for the recipe…cheers! 🙂
Sylvie | Gourmande in the Kitchen says
What a wonderful idea to use artichoke hearts, I have to try that!
Emma says
Love artichokes and love tahini so this sounds like heaven! I’m highly considering getting a twister jar for my blendtec for super smooth hummus and thick dips.
Nice to “meet” you through Ella’s celebrations 🙂
Winnie says
Great idea! I can’t wait to try this.
Beth @ Tasty Yummies says
Yum hummus 4life 😉 Seriously girl, this looks so amazing. Hummus is already one of my favorite things, add artichokes and forget about it. Yes please.
Gabby @ the veggie nook says
Oh wow this hummus sounds amazing! I just made some or you can bet I’d be running into the kitchen to whip this up 🙂 So lovely connecting with you over this event!
rika@vm says
Artichoke and tahini are both my favorite ingredients! I love creamy tahini-based dips! Thanks for joining Ella’s virtual baby shower event!
Gina @ So Let's Hang Out says
Nice work Ash! I would like to dunk my face in that there hummus.
Cara says
Just making my rounds with my plate. Excuse me but can you look away so I can swoop a huge glob of this awesome hummus 🙂 xo!
Meg@ Beard and Bonnet says
Ashley, this sounds AMAZING! I love artichokes and hummus so this is a winning combo in my book. Thank you so much for contributing to Ella’s shower. I know it means a lot to her.:)
Pure Ella says
Ashley, I love the dip and I love all the love!!!
Thank you so much for this delicious recipe you made for my party!!
I am so lucky to have such great friends in blogland!!
Wish I could hug you in real life to say a big THANKS!! 😉
xoxo
ella