Addicting Paleo Cashew Hummus (Paleo, keto)

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

• Creamy Dairy-Free Spinach-Artichoke Dip
• Dill-Coconut Dipping Sauce
• Simple & Yummy Paleo Tartar Sauce for Fish
• Reduction Sauce: Easy Broth-Based Topping for Meats and Veggies

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*

Total Fat 21g 32%

Saturated Fat 3g 15%

Sodium 200mg 8%

Potassium 317mg 9%

Total Carbohydrates 14g 5%

Dietary Fiber 1g 4%

Sugars 2g

Protein 8g 16%

Vitamin C 5.3%

Calcium 2.3%

Iron 17.2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.