11 Hummus Snacks (Healthy, Quick & Easy Ideas)

Just about every vegetable you can think of goes well with a scoop of hummus! 

Sweet little cherry tomatoes may be the best pairing of all, but cucumber, celery sticks, black olives, avocado, sliced sweet peppers, and carrot sticks are wonderful too. What’s more, they can all be served raw, saving you time in the kitchen. 

Alternatively, try veggies like snap peas, zucchini, broccoli, and cauliflower. But if you don’t like them raw, steam them just enough to soften them while still retaining their crunch.

For veggie inspiration, see my lists of Vegetables That Start with H, Orange Vegetables, Vegetables That Start with T, or Purple Vegetables List.

Or, see my list of best tasting vegetables if you have a picky eater at home.

This is the classic accompaniment for hummus, and with good reason!

Warm, soft pita stuffed with fresh, creamy hummus is a match made in heaven, and you can always throw in some sliced raw vegetables for added texture. 

But if you want to change things up a little, try cutting the bread into triangles and baking it in the oven. This creates your own, healthy pita chips – perfect for dipping.

And, for those on gluten-free diets, be sure to look for gluten-free versions of pita bread at the store. Or, make your own gluten-free pita.

If you don’t eat bread, you can serve your hummus with any of my favorite bread substitute including lettuce wraps or sweet potato bread.

All kinds of crackers work well with hummus, and that creamy and crunchy combination is irresistible.

Remember, though, that hummus has a robust flavor and the crackers should really let that shine through. So avoid particularly strongly seasoned varieties and go for those with a more delicate taste. 

Rice cakes, gluten-free crackers, oat crackers, or things like pretzels and tortilla chips are all good choices and some of my favorite ways to serve hummus.

See my recipes for homemade seed crackers or carrot pulp crackers.

Perfect at any time of day, toast spread with hummus is easy to make and delicious to eat. 

You can keep it simple – with nothing more than your favorite bread toasted to perfection and slathered in creamy hummus – or you can add toppings like sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, or even a fried egg (the flavor of the runny egg yolk combined with the hummus is simply divine). 

Or use your hummus in a sandwich. Because it’s so creamy, it makes a great – and healthy – alternative to mayonnaise, and you can put in other ingredients like sliced fresh veggies, cheese, and microgreens or broccoli sprouts.  

Hummus makes for a creamy spread that can take the place of mayo or cheese which is perfect if you’re on a gluten-free dairy-free diet.

Just bake a scrubbed sweet potato for around an hour until soft (or make Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes), then split and top with a generous spoonful of hummus for a quick and easy meal. 

Try adding some harissa for a little fire, or why not make some crispy oven-baked kale chips to sprinkle on top for some satisfying texture? Just tear kale leaves into bite-size pieces, toss with olive oil and salt, then bake for around 10 to 15 minutes at 350 degrees F.

Fruit may not immediately spring to mind as something to serve with hummus. But if you like a sweet and savory contrast, try serving plain hummus with fruits like sliced apples or dried apricots.

Alternatively, make a sweet version of hummus! 

To do this, use a base of chickpeas and tahini, but blend it with sweet ingredients like applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Add cocoa powder to make a chocolate hummus.

You can even spice it up with cinnamon or nutmeg. You can now serve this with slices of your favorite fruit on the side. This is a healthy snack that everyone loves (your kids probably won’t even know it’s healthy).

Traditionally made with mayonnaise, deviled eggs are tastier – and healthier – when filled with hummus.

The great thing is that eggs are so mild in flavor that you can use any type of hummus you enjoy, from roasted red pepper to a hot and spicy variety.

Just hard boil your eggs, peel and halve them, then mash the yolks with hummus and seasonings of your choice. Either spoon the mixture back into the eggs or pipe in for a decorative effect. 

See my recipes for Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs or how to boil eggs in a Crockpot for easy ways to cook them.

If you’re a fan of cheesy quesadillas, then you’re in for a real treat when you try them with hummus instead. It provides the texture you’re looking for, along with a whole lot of flavor and health benefits too.

Just spread your tortilla liberally with hummus, then place your other ingredients on one half. Fold into a half-moon shape, brush with olive oil, then cook for a few minutes in a skillet on each side over medium heat, until crisp and golden.

This is one of the most creative ways to use hummus and one of my favorites!

Hummus was made for wraps and they make a great way to serve it for lunch, especially when you’re on the go. 

To keep the meal as healthy as possible, try to choose a whole wheat wrap or a gluten-free wrap. Or try a flavored wrap, such as spinach or sun-dried tomato. Spread it generously with hummus, add other ingredients of your choice, then roll and slice diagonally.  

For a warm and hearty option, try making a wrap filled with hummus, roasted vegetables, toasted pine nuts, and some crumbled feta cheese.

There are two simple ways you can serve hummus with salad. One is to use it as your base, topping it with your favorite salad vegetables. 

Another is to turn your hummus into a salad dressing, which ensures you get plenty of its flavor with every delicious bite!

To do this, you need to thin the texture using either extra olive oil, a little extra lemon juice, or even some water. Be sure to only add a little liquid at a time, tasting as you go to ensure the flavor remains balanced.

Once you’ve tried roasting chicken in a coating of hummus, you’ll never want to eat it any other way! Tangy and flavorful, it really enhances the relatively mild taste of the meat. If you want some extra crunch, try pressing sesame seeds into the hummus before roasting. 

For a vegan or vegetarian diet, use tofu instead, draining it thoroughly beforehand. You may prefer to cut the tofu into slices and press each one dry individually before coating, as this will give them a firmer texture. 

Try tossing hummus with cooked pasta for a creamy and dairy-free pasta sauce! Or, use it on pizza as a pizza sauce. You can also enjoy it plain if you are looking for soft foods.

Let me know of any additional serving ideas in the comments.