Coriander and Green Chilli Houmous

This coriander and green chilli houmous is a fresh, vibrant twist on the classic dip. Creamy chickpeas are blended with fragrant coriander, a gentle green chilli heat, and a squeeze of lemon for a bright, flavour-packed houmous that's perfect for dipping, spreading, or dolloping onto wraps and grain bowls.

I've taken inspiration to make this flavoured houmous from a local sandwich shop where I bought their homemade version a couple times...pre-Covid! I remember it having a lovely flavour of coriander and a kick of heat from the green chillis, without losing the houmous taste from the chickpeas and tahini.

I've used half of the ingredients from the best basic houmous recipe already here on Felly Bull, and added some roughly chopped coriander and a deseeded green chilli. I'm so pleased that the end result is very similar...and (possibly!) better than the homemade local version I'd bought!!

I love houmous as part of a meze, with toasted pitta bread, and with carrot and cucumber sticks for a healthy snack.

Enjoy this delicious coriander and green chilli houmous as a starter, side or snack. It'll keep in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Give it a stir before serving and add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil to keep it fresh.

Tips

Optional variations:
- Extra spicy chilli houmous - leave the seeds in!
- Mint and coriander houmous - leave out the chilli and add in some mint leaves.
This coriander and green chilli houmous recipe is easily doubled if you need to feed more people.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make houmous without tahini?

Yes - but tahini gives the classic creamy, nutty flavour.

How spicy is green chilli houmous?

It can be as mild or hot as you like depending on the chilli used.

How do I make hummus smoother?

Blend for longer and use a little chickpea water or ice-cold water.

Can I freeze houmous?

Yes - however, the texture may need a quick stir after thawing.

What goes well with coriander houmous?

Flatbreads, grilled meats, salads and wraps all pair well.

Is this houmous vegan?

Yes - it's naturally vegan and vegetarian.

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How to make this Coriander and Green Chilli Houmous

Ingredients

1 clove garlic
400g tin chickpeas, drained (saving 30ml chickpea liquid) and rinsed
30ml chickpea liquid
15ml lemon juice
35g extra virgin olive oil
20ml tahini paste
0.25 tsp fine sea salt
20g fresh coriander, roughly chopped, plus extra to garnish
1 green chilli, sliced in half lengthways, deseeded and roughly chopped, plus extra to garnish

Instructions

Place all of the ingredients into a food processor and mix on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute - so that you can still see very small pieces of coriander.
Transfer to a serving bowl. Serve cold or at room temperature.

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