This healthy hummus dressing is incredibly creamy and flavorful! It works as a dressing for just about any type of salad and is so easy to whip up. Vegan + oil-free!
There are a few store-bought dressings that I like (and occasionally buy) but normally I make my own. Homemade dressings tend to be less expensive to make and generally healthier.
Plus, they’re pretty quick and easy to whip up.
I do have a little secret though. If I’m in a huge rush and have no time to fuss with making a dressing for my salad, I just add a big dollop of hummus and use it as a dip/dressing. This little salad secret got me thinking and I started experimenting with using hummus as a base for an actual dressing — something thinner that I could drizzle.
Here’s What You Need
hummus – both homemade hummus and store-bought hummus work great! Feel free to get creative with the flavors.
water – to thin out the dressing a bit.
apple cider vinegar – when shopping for ACV, look for a brand that’s unpasteurized with “the mother” included. I personally recommend Bragg’s apple cider vinegar. It’s organic, raw and the best of the best.
lemon juice – I recommend using freshly squeezed lemon juice as opposed to the lemon juice you can buy at the store!
maple syrup – just a hint of natural sweetness to balance the flavors.
almond butter – adds a robust flavor and creaminess to the dressing. Feel free to use any nut or seed butter you’d like.
oregano, sea salt, and pepper – seasonings, to taste.
Hummus Instead of Oil
The hummus replaces the oil and adds a nice creamy component without any dairy or oil. Less fat, more flavor! Hummus is also packed with plant-based protein and fiber, making it a nice little bonus for salads.
I like to use homemade hummus but there are a lot of great store-bought options as well.
My favorite store-bought hummus:
Cedar’s – our go-to hummus! You can’t go wrong with any flavor.
Cava – we love Cava so naturally we love their hummus as well! Again, we like all of the flavors.
Sabra – I like their classic hummus, garlic or pine nut flavors.
How to Use Hummus Dressing
This dressing is delicious and will work on pretty much any salad! Like I mentioned, it’s my go-to when I don’t have time to think through an elaborate salad and dressing. Here’s how I would build a meal-sized salad:
Choose your base greens – romaine, baby spinach, kale, spring mix, arugula, etc.
Add vegetables – I like using roasted and raw vegetables. This is a great way to clean out the fridge!
Add protein – any protein works! Tofu, tempeh, grilled chicken, cheese… whatever you prefer.
Add grains – this is optional but I love adding pre-cooked whole grains like quinoa or rice to my salads for more fiber and volume.
Add toppings – feeling like dried fruit? Want to add sunflower seeds or nuts? Add your toppings of choice!
Top with dressing – drizzle on this hummus dressing to complete your salad!
This healthy hummus dressing is incredibly creamy and flavorful! It works as a dressing for just about any type of salad and is so easy to whip up. Vegan + oil-free!
This looks delicious and I am so excited to try it! I just wanted to alert you to the political affiliations of the Sabra company though–perhaps you will choose to use a different brand: http://mondoweiss.net/2013/02/settlement-products-hummus.html.
I love putting hummus in my salads instead of dressing, but i never make it into a dressing. I usually just put in a big tablespoon and mix, mix, mix. going to have to try this recipe!
I LOVE this dressing idea, Brittany! I am a major hummus lover so this is right up my alley! I cannot wait to try it 🙂 Also, do you know if this keeps well in the fridge and for how long. I’d like to make it during my Sunday meal prep for the week ahead.
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YUM!
Thank you!!
This looks delicious and I am so excited to try it! I just wanted to alert you to the political affiliations of the Sabra company though–perhaps you will choose to use a different brand: http://mondoweiss.net/2013/02/settlement-products-hummus.html.
Mmmmmm Hummus! I cannot be left alone with such delicious food paste!
Right? I bet you’d love this dressing. 🙂
I love putting hummus in my salads instead of dressing, but i never make it into a dressing. I usually just put in a big tablespoon and mix, mix, mix. going to have to try this recipe!
I LOVE this dressing idea, Brittany! I am a major hummus lover so this is right up my alley! I cannot wait to try it 🙂 Also, do you know if this keeps well in the fridge and for how long. I’d like to make it during my Sunday meal prep for the week ahead.
So glad you’re a fan of the dressing! It seems to keep pretty well — I’d say 3-5 days.