Hummus Toast – 4 Ways

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This Hummus Toast recipe is an easy protein-packed healthy snack. You can make it using homemade or store-bought hummus and customize it with any toppings!

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While tons of people are eating less bread lately, I’m toasting it and topping it with hummus. Hummus toast makes for such a delicious, protein-packed plant-based snack. Heck, you can even have these for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Not to mention, the topping options are endless! I give you 4 hummus toast ideas below, but that is just the tip of the iceberg!

Hummus Toast 4 ways
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Nothing will truly replace avocado toast. But this hummus toast no-recipe recipe is such a winner in my book. It’s as easy as slapping hummus on toast and topping it however you’d like!

Recipe at a glance

Cuisine Inspiration: Mediterranean
Primary Cooking Method: Toasting
Dietary Info: Vegetarian
Key Flavor: Creamy hummus
Skill Level: Easy

Summary

  • Quick and Easy: Hummus toast is a quick and easy-to-make recipe that will fit seamlessly into your busy schedule. A great go-to option when time is of the essence, but flavor still reigns supreme. 
  • Canvas for Creativity: Customize your hummus toast with so many different toppings. Toast with hummus is a blank canvas for flavor. Top with tomatoes, avocado, herbs, spices, and the list goes on. 
  • Vegetarian Delight: A protein-rich and nutritious breakfast, snack, lunch, or dinner option. Hummus toast is adaptable to many different diets outside of vegetarian as well.
  • Minimalist Appeal: Enjoy the minimalist appeal of this recipe by only needing just a couple of ingredients to make a filling and delicious bite. Hummus toast highlights the beauty of simplicity. 

Ingredients to make hummus toast (Plus 4 topping variations)

Hummus Toast #1

  • Sliced avocado
  • Sliced radishes
  • Cilantro
  • Salt & Pepper
  • Olive Oil

Hummus Toast #2

  • Crumbled feta cheese
  • Toasted pine nuts
  • Parsley
  • Pepper

Hummus Toast #3

  • Sliced cucumbers
  • Chopped red onions
  • Fresh mint
  • Pepper
  • Olive oil

Hummus Toast #4

  • Sundried tomatoes
  • Mini mozzarella cheese pearls
  • Basil
  • Black pepper

How to make hummus toast

I call this a no-recipe recipe because it’s more of an inspirational post to show you how to put common ingredients together to create something special and tasty. It’s ingredients we know and use all the time coming together in a beautiful way. Growing up in a Lebanese house, we only ate hummus with pita. But now I’m all about any and all breads to top my hummus with.

What type of hummus should I use?

If you want to make the hummus from scratch, I have the best hummus recipe. It’s the one I learned from my Lebanese parents, and it has only four ingredients. You basically throw chickpeas (peeled if possible), tahini, garlic, and lemon juice in a food processor until it’s smooth and creamy. And then you can use it to make hummus toast any time you want. I’ve also got some not so traditional hummus recipes you could try!

You can also buy hummus from the grocery store. It’s sold everywhere now, and some brands are better than others. It will just depend on your taste preference. But look for ones that have chickpeas, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice as the first four ingredients without much else in there. You can use plain hummus, extra garlic hummus, or even go crazy with colorful hummus like roasted red pepper hummus or green herbed hummus.

What type of bread should I use?

You can pretty much use any toasted bread. So use what you have and keep it simple. I would recommend that you use thick-sliced bread and toast it. Buy good bread that’s strong enough to hold not only the hummus, but all the glorious toppings you will be adding to your toast. Use something that offers a sturdy base, like a thick multi-grain bread, Ezekiel bread, or even a gluten-free bread you like.

Then spread the creamy, dreamy hummus over the toast, and get ready to be creative with the toppings!

Four pieces of toast with hummus spread on all of them

Hummus toast – 4 ways

So if you’re convinced you should try a recipe but looking for ideas and inspiration on how to top it, check out these ideas. Now I’m a huge cheese fan, so two of these ideas are not vegan, but the hummus toast itself is vegan, so you can omit the cheese or use plant-based varieties.

Hummus toast topped with sliced avocado, sliced radishes, cilantro, salt and pepper. I also added a drop of olive oil.

Hummus toast made with avocados, radishes and cilantro

Hummus toast topped with crumbled feta cheese, toasted pine nuts, parsley and pepper.

Hummus toast made with feta cheese, toasted pine nuts and parsley

Hummus toast topped with sliced cucumbers, chopped red onions, fresh mint, black pepper and olive oil

Hummus toast with cucumbers, red onions and mint

Hummus toast topped with sundried tomatoes, mini mozzarella cheese pearls, basil and black pepper.

Hummus toast with sundried tomatoes, mozzarella and basil

Tips for making the best hummus toast

  • Experiment with additional bold flavors: Don’t hesitate to add extra flavor to your toasts. Sprinkle some chili flakes for a touch of heat, or add a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten up the flavors.
  • Use Fresh Bread: Starting off with the freshest bread is ideal. Use your favorite kind, whether it be while grain, multi-grain, gluten-free, or sourdough, the options are endless.
  • Temperature matters: For the best hummus toast experience, make sure your toasted bread is still warm when spreading the hummus. This helps the hummus meld with the bread, creating a creamy texture in every bite.

Frequently asked questions

How do I keep the toast from becoming soggy?

To prevent soggy bread, let the bread cool just slightly before spreading on the hummus. You want the bread warm, but not hot. Additionally, avoid adding watery toppings, and if you’re preparing your ingredients in advance, assemble the toasts just before serving to avoid any soggy bits.

What other types of hummus toast can I make?

In addition to these 4 very tasty hummus toasts, you can make so many different variations. It really depends on what you have on hand. Here are just a few ideas:
“Everything” hummus toast with everything bagel seasoning
Breakfast hummus toast with a fried egg
Lox hummus toast with salmon and red onion
Dessert hummus toast with bananas and honey

For more toast recipes, check out:

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Hummus Toast

This Hummus Toast recipe is an easy protein-packed healthy snack. You can make it using homemade or store-bought hummus and customize it with any toppings!
4.5 from 8 votes
Servings 4 servings
Course Snack
Calories 142
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
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Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup homemade or store-bought hummus
  • 4 slices of bread

Instructions

  • Toast the slices of bread in a toaster or toaster oven.
  • Spread about 3 tablespoons of hummus on each piece of toast. Add the toppings of choice and enjoy immediately!

Notes

Storage: It’s best to consume the hummus toast right when you make it because the hummus may leave the bread soft and soggy if left for hours. However the homemade hummus itself will last up to 7 days in the fridge in an airtight container. Store-bought hummus may last even longer depending on the brand.
Make Ahead Tips: You can make the hummus up to 7 days in advance and store it in the fridget to top your bread with it as you like.
Equipment: I use my Kitchen Aid food processor to make hummus and let the machine run for about 5 minutes. It creates a very creamy consistency with minimal effort.
* Please note the nutrition label does not include any toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 142kcal, Carbohydrates: 18g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 5g, Sodium: 297mg, Potassium: 133mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 15IU, Calcium: 83mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.

Course: Snack
4.50 from 8 votes (7 ratings without comment)

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  1. Hubert Law says:

    Recipe look great. Can’t wait to try it!

    1. Yumna J. says:

      Thank you! Excited to hear what you think once you do.

  2. Audrey says:

    Love all your snack ideas. Tried the toasts. Super delicious.