Chunky Chickpea Dip

Ginny McMeans

Ginny McMeans

Published:

August 21, 2017

Last Modified:

July 27, 2025

Chunky Chickpea Dip is a different version of hummus. Complementary and subtle, the flavor combinations are perfect as a great appetizer dip.

Chunky Chickpea Dip is in an ivory bowl with a black interior to show off the dip. Crackers are on the side and fresh herbs are sprinkled on the hummus.

Here’s a dip that all ages will love. Chunky Chickpea Dip is made from scratch so it is extremely economical too. It makes over 5 cups of dip and freezes really well too.

Football season is almost here ( or one of many sports seasons) so you’ll be needing a good recipe you can pull out in a pinch.

The beans are cooked and then coarsely chopped in a food processor before any ingredients are added.

Another different type of hummus that you should try is the Best Kalamata Hummus. You could even serve two dips, at the same time, that are very different from each other.

Veggies and those large rode really go well with it – as you can see.

Best Kalamata Hummus is an overhead photo and looking down at piled high hummus in a flat handled bowl and drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and fresh herbs

Super simple and fail proof. Any chips, crackers or vegetables will go well with this dip. Also true for this chunky chickpea dip.

In this photo, it is served with ancient grain crackers but I would also have some pita chips and a dish of carrots and cauliflower right next to it.

Easy entertaining that goes a long way!

Chunky Chickpea Dip is a different version of hummus. A few ingredients that are complementary, subtle and perfect.
 

What are Some Hints for Making Chunky Chickpea Hummus?

You can skin the chickpeas but it really isn’t necessary especially when using a processor.

Tahini is in the recipe and you can sure make your own if you’re feeling creative. Sunflower seeds made into tahini really is a necessity.

Lemon juice is the trick and fresh lemons are the best.

Chunky Chickpea Dip is a different version of hummus.

Did You Enjoy Our Dip Recipe? 

Might we suggest you take a look at more of our simple appetizer recipes? Or, take a peek at some of our favorite and easy snack recipes:

These Boneless BBQ Buffalo Wings are divine — they disappear quick!!

Mildly Marinated Cauliflower dish will fill the bill for that something a little extra.

Chunky Chickpea Dip is a different version of hummus. A few ingredients that are complementary and subtle. The flavor combinations are perfect.

IF FREEZING:

If you’ve doubled the recipe and have some leftover you can freeze this dip. Any freezer-safe rigid-sided container will work.

It will keep 4 months.

Chunky Chickpea Dip is a different version of hummus.

Chunky Chickpea Dip

Ginny McMeans
5 from 4 votes
Chunky Chickpea Dip is a different version of hummus. A few ingredients that are complementary, subtle and perfect.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 8 Servings

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Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounces chickpeas – dried, garbanzo beans
  • 3/4 cup vegetable broth
  • 10 garlic cloves finely diced
  • 2 lemons – juiced – about 8 tablespoons and under 1/2 cup
  • 1 1/4 cups tahini
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Instructions
 

The night before cooking:

  • Place beans in a very large pot or bowl.
  • Cover with about 12 cups of water.
  • Let soak on the counter overnight.

To prepare beans:

  • Drain beans and place in a pot that has a lid and cover with fresh water by about 3 inches.
  • Cover and bring to a boil.
  • Turn down the heat to medium and simmer, covered partially for about 2 hours.
  • Stir a couple of times during cooking time but make sure the temperature keeps at a good simmer.
  • They are finished when you can squish a bean with your fingers.
  • Drain and finely chop the beans in a food processor.
  • Add the ground beans to a large bowl and add all of the remaining ingredients – except the oil.
  • Stir very well.
  • You will not process again that is why you need to get the beans pretty fine when you chopped them before.
  • If it seems too thick for dipping add some more vegetable broth – a little at a time.  You could also add a tablespoon of oil.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature with chips and veggies of your choice.

Nutrition

Serving:2Ounces, Calories:59kcal, Carbohydrates:4g, Protein:3g, Fat:2g, Sodium:112mg, Potassium:51mg, Vitamin A:5IU, Vitamin C:2.2mg, Calcium:12mg, Iron:0.5mg

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  1. Emily Avatar

    5 stars
    I love a good dip, this sounds so delicious and healthy. I’m making chips and dips this weekend so will add this to the list!

    1. Ginny McMeans Avatar

      I’m going to be doing the same thing Emily 🙂 Thanks so much.

  2. Jagruti Avatar

    What a nice dip, plus it’s vegan thanks a lot

  3. Edyta at Innocent Delight Avatar

    5 stars
    Love the idea of chunky hummus. I will need to definitely try it. I love all the ingredients and Mediterranean flavors.

  4. Calleigh - TheForkBite Avatar

    This dip will be included to my bucket list. A perfect pair for my gluten-free chips. Yes!

  5. Dana Avatar

    This definitely is an interesting spin on hummus! Can’t go wrong with a healthy dip to indulge in.

  6. Kathryn Avatar
    Kathryn

    1 and 1/2 CUPS tahini??? I usually see tablespoons, not CUPS in a single recipe for hummus….

    1. Ginny McMeans Avatar

      This is large dip recipe not the typical hummus made from a can. You start with a pound of dried chickpeas which makes a lot. You’ve also never seen vegetable broth in a hummus or the juice of 2 lemons etc. This is a different delicious dip.

  7. Jacqueline Meldrum Avatar

    5 stars
    I am making this for movie night tonight, it sounds and looks awesome. Thanks for the recipe Ginny! Shared!

    1. Ginny McMeans Avatar

      Ahhh, that is great Jacqueline! Have so much fun and thank you!

  8. Nico @ yumsome Avatar

    You totally had me at 1¼ cups of tahini… could have stopped right there, actually! LOL!

    This looks and sounds fab, and those crackers look really good too – are they yours? x

    1. Ginny McMeans Avatar

      Hahaha! Thanks Nico. Not my crackers – they were an ancient grains one. Let me see if I have any right now. Darn! It looks like I finished them off with the chunky chickpea dip 😀

  9. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine Avatar

    I don’t think anyone will be able to stop dipping!

Ginny McMeans

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Hi, my name is Ginny and it is fantastic that you have come to visit and see my recipes. I have a positive attitude and can’t seem to be in nature enough. My North American bird count is 678 and I’m always watching for mammals and insects too. My head is stuffed full of recipes that I want to create and life is just to dang short. The recipes feature healthy and delicious vegan food that you can enjoy now or freeze for future meals.

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