By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 10, 2026
Serves 8
114 cal · 45 min
Caramelized Onion Hummus
Recipe GLPR366b56448690de
Creamy, savory hummus infused with sweet caramelized onions. This Middle Eastern-inspired dip combines chickpeas, tahini, and roasted garlic with a rich layer of golden, buttery onions for depth and complexity. Perfect for entertaining or as a wholesome snack with pita chips or fresh vegetables.
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Ingredients
1 medium sweet onion, diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon tahini paste
1 clove garlic, minced
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon sea salt
Directions
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium sauté pan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion to the hot oil and cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes until the onion becomes softened and begins to turn light golden brown.
Stir in the brown sugar and balsamic vinegar, mixing well to coat the onions evenly. Continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes until the sugar dissolves and the mixture caramelizes slightly.
Remove the pan from heat and transfer the caramelized onion mixture to a plate to cool completely.
Add the drained chickpeas, tahini paste, minced garlic, lemon juice, and sea salt to a food processor.
Process the mixture until it is smooth and creamy, about 1 to 2 minutes. If desired, add more olive oil through the feed chute while processing to reach your preferred consistency.
Once the caramelized onions have cooled, fold 1 to 2 tablespoons of them into the hummus using a few gentle pulses in the food processor or by stirring with a spatula to combine while maintaining some texture.
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and top with the remaining caramelized onions.
Serve immediately with pita chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Comments
All ingredients are readily available at Harris Teeter, Food Lion, or Walmart without a special trip—onions, chickpeas, tahini, and garlic are staples. Cost runs roughly $1.50 to $2.00 per serving, driven primarily by tahini and olive oil, which is reasonable for a dip that yields 8 servings. The stated 45 minutes understates the work: caramelizing onions properly takes 30–40 minutes alone, so honest prep time is closer to 50–55 minutes, and the recipe demands active stirring for much of that window. It reheats well and works as a make-ahead appetizer or side dish, though the intensive stovetop attention makes it awkward for a weeknight scramble.
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