Cashew Hummus

If you’re avoiding legumes, or just looking for a change of pace from garbanzo-bean hummus, this addicting cashew hummus recipe is the treat you’re looking for. We love cashew hummus as a dip for sliced carrots, cucumbers, or whole green beans.  It also be used as a condiment with cooked meat, or even spooned over chicken as it bakes for a special treat.

I love using fresh-pressed olive oil in this, as a way to include this delicious and healthy oil in our diets, while protecting its delicate structure by keeping it raw.

Click here to see the fresh pressed olive oil that I use.

This recipe holds up well in the freezer, so feel free to freeze any extras.

Is cashew or regular hummus keto friendly?

Hummus made with chick peas (also called garbonzo beans) comes in at a lower carb count than this  cashew hummus.  1/4 cup of traditional hummus has about 7 g carbs, where this cashew hummus comes in at about 13 g carbs per 1/4 cup.

Cashews are higher in carbs than many other nuts.  This may fit in your macros, and may be especially helpful for those who avoid legumes.

Other paleo & keto dips

Addicting Paleo Cashew Hummus (Paleo, low carb)

Course: Dip
Cuisine: dairy free, Gluten Free, Paleo
Keyword: cashew hummus, keto hummus recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 12 servings (1/4 cup each)
Calories: 269 kcal
Author: Cara Comini
Absolutely addicting hummus can be made with cashews for those avoiding garbonzo beans.
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Ingredients

  • 4 cups whole cashews or 3 cups pieces unsalted
  • ½ cup lemon juice
  • 2 small garlic cloves
  • ¼ cup sesame tahini
  • 1 teaspoon Celtic sea salt
  • 1 cup filtered water or olive oil or a combination of both

Instructions

  1. Cover cashews with filtered water and soak 4 hours, or overnight to soften.
  2. Place all ingredients except the water/oil in a food processor.
  3. Pulse, adding water or oil ¼ cup at a time until it reaches the thick, fluffy consistency of hummus. Use more or less water as necessary.

Recipe Notes

Nutrition facts use water instead of olive oil. 

Keto: This comes in at 13 net carbs per 1/4 cup, so it will be up to you how it fits into your macros. 

Nutrition Facts
Addicting Paleo Cashew Hummus (Paleo, low carb)
Amount Per Serving (1 serving of 1/4 cup)
Calories 269 Calories from Fat 189
% Daily Value*
Fat 21g32%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Sodium 200mg8%
Potassium 317mg9%
Carbohydrates 14g5%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin C 4.4mg5%
Calcium 23mg2%
Iron 3.1mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

 

Addicting paleo cashew hummus

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