Hummus Stuffed Dates
Dates stuffed with hummus – you think it is weird? I don’t know about you, but I just love it – it is nutty and sweet! Unique and very easy to prepare.
It is unbelievable how time flies so fast. I was just thinking of what meals to prepare for Ramadan and now, I am sharing you something for Eid Eats. Eid Eats is an Eid party hosted by the wonderful Henna @ My Ninja Naan and Asiya @ Chocolate and Chillies. It is a yearly party where Muslim bloggers gather together to share something for Eid – whatever they want to serve for their loved ones. It maybe a traditional recipe or not.
I don’t know much the recipes my Mom used to serve for us – I was just happy helping with the chopping and of course, eating. 😀 So for this year’s party, I am taking a different direction and I am sharing something I’d like my family to have – Hummus Stuffed Dates. Yes? No?
I have just accidental discovered this one when I was breaking my fast and I had dates and hummus in front of me. I ate a piece of date and while chewing, I also took a spoonful of hummus. And I was like “Oh! That was good!” I finally stuffed the date with hummus and ate again, just to make sure I was not out of my mind. It was indeed really good! So here I am sharing these lovely stuffed dates.
The dates are simply stuffed with hummus – you can use store-bought or homemade. (I have this smooth hummus if you’d like to check it out.) I cheated here and I used the boxed hummus my boss gave me. The taste was like nutty and sweet – it was amazing! This is best during the same day they are stuffed. I suggest that you stuff only what you want to serve and keep pitted dates ready for stuffing later on.
To all those who are observing Ramadan, I pray that you had a healthy one and advance Eid Mubarak!
I am also sharing these at this week’s Fiesta Friday #177 where me and Ai @ Ai Made It For You are co-hosting. Thank you, Angie, for this wonderful party!
Hummus Stuffed Dates
- Difficulty: easy
Ingredients:
- 24 dates, pitted
- 3/4 cup hummus
- Pistachio, chopped, optional
Instructions:
- Prepare the pitted dates, slicing in half, but not all the way thru – this is just to prepare the dates for the hummus.
- Stuff with hummus.
- Top with chopped pistachio (if using).
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51 Comments
Corina
I love the way you discovered such an unusual combination! I would have to try it to check but dates and nuts go well together and chickpeas are a little nutty so it could be really good. They definitely look pretty and thank you so much for sharing with #CookOnceEatTwice!
Jhuls
My friends think my unusual combination is always weird like when I discovered fried chicken and strawberry jam in a sandwich! 😀 And this one, too. I am glad that you find it interesting, Corina. Thank you for stopping by!
Famidha
Jhuls! I did see this on Instagram and saved it too. A Very novel idea and so contradicting to your blog title! LOL! Not so Creative eh? modesty! 😀 I am glad I found this blog through the event…
Jhuls
Well, maybe I am not creative in some ways especially in molding very lovely pies or decorating😂 Thanks a lot for your compliment and for believing in me!
Rafeeda - The Big Sweet Tooth
That combination does sound really interesting… I must dip my dates in hummus the next time I make it… Lovely clicks! 🙂
Jhuls
I hope you’ll let me know if we share the same thoughts or if you find it weird, haha! Thanks for stopping by!
petra08
So easy and so elegant, they sound delicious 🙂
Jhuls
I am glad you think so, Petra. Thanks for stopping by!
Ai @Ai made it for you
Wow! I’ve seen dates stuffed with cheese but not hummus. They look SO good😋
Jhuls
Hmm, I have to try cheese. I think that sounds great, too! 😀
Mandy Mazliah
Oh wow – this is so unusual I just have to try it! #CookBlogShare
Jhuls
I hope you’d love it as much as I did, Mandy!
Raymund
This sounds really delicious, a nice combination of flavours
Jhuls
Yes, you are right. I made these again and they were a hit! Thanks, Raymund!
Lathiya
Looks delicious
Jhuls
Thank you, Lathiya!
Monika
You already know I love this recipe so I am only going to say – Happy Fiesta Friday:)
Jhuls
Thanks, Monika. Happy Fiesta Friday to you as well and have a lovely weekend!
Monika
And you:)
sarahjmir
what a cool idea! am impressed Jhuls!
Jhuls
Thanks a lot, Sarah! I hope you are having a great week!
Asiya
Wow!!! What a creative idea! Love the combo of sweet and salty! Thank you so much for participating in Eid Eats and an early Eid Mubarak!
Jhuls
I am pleased that you liked this idea, Asiya. And I am glad to participate. Eid Mubarak to you as well!😘
Sammy and Sufi
These look delicious, we usually just have them stuffed with walnuts! 🙂
Jhuls
Thank you! I hope you try this and let me know!
Sammy and Sufi
Will do 🙂
Henna
This is such an interesting combination! I’ve seen dates stuffed with Tahini, so this isn’t that far out 😉 It looks and sounds delicious! I bet the creamy texture of the Hummus goes sooo well with the dates!
Thank you so much for participating in Eid Eats again this year, and Happy Eid to you and your family from me and mine 🙂
Jhuls
Shukran, Henna. It was really nice and lovely combo! I have to say I am happy that you liked these! Advance Eid Mubarak to you and your family as well!😘
Laura @ Feast Wisely
Wow Jhuls this caught my eye on Instagram so I’m pleased to see from the full post that it’s so simple!!
Jhuls
You can prepare these in no time! Thanks, Laura!
Monika
This is such a genius idea Jhuls! I’ve just cooked some chickpeas and I’ve even got dates in my cupboard so I’m going to make this! Thank you for sharing with #CookBlogShare:)
Jhuls
Yay! Good to know, I hope you’ll love it!
Monika
I know I will:)
chef mimi
Fascinating! I can see how this works. I love the touch with the pistachios.
Jhuls
Thanks, Chef Mimi. 😘
Blogtastic Food
Wow that is a great combination! I am just letting you know that I have nominated you for the One Lovely Blog Award. Feel free to check out the post: http://www.blogtasticfood.com/one-lovely-blogger-award/
Jhuls
Thanks a lot for thinking of me! I will check it out.☺️
Blogtastic Food
no worries (:
MyCulinarySaga
what a lovely find 🙂 I am sure it tastes great
Jhuls
It was amazing – such a happy accident! 😀
Elaine @ foodbod
I was stuffing dates with a mix of nuts butters this week, so I can see how this would work. I find dates too sweet on their own, but I’m guessing the homous would temper the sweetness? I’ll have to try it 😃😃 xx
Jhuls
Yes, exactly! I also find the dates too sweet especially when they are ripe. The hummus made everything perfect! I hope you’d love it. 😀
Elaine @ foodbod
I’ll let you know 😘
FrugalHausfrau
I would say yes, yes, yes please! This is genius, Jhuls!
Jhuls
Thank you, Mollie! I am afraid many will not approve this – I am glad you are on my side. 😀
FrugalHausfrau
Girl, I’m always on your side! Count me in – one for the “under dog!” 🙂
Jhuls
Thanks, Mollie!😂😘
Liz @ spades, spatulas, and spoons
Ok, I do think it is weird. Although I could get behind dates stuffed with tahini and sprinkled with pistachios.
Jhuls
Haha! It’s okay, Liz. My cousin said the same thing. I am not even sure if anyone would agree with me on this idea!😂 Thanks for stopping by!
skd
Now this is something different and interesting Jhuls. I will try it too😊
Jhuls
I hope you don’t find it weird like my cousin did!😂 I really loved the combo! Thanks, Ana!