Our herby hummus dressing is bright, creamy, and full of flavor. It’s an easy, semi-homemade option that lifts green salads, pasta salads, grain bowls, and roasted vegetables with minimal effort.
Best Hummus Salad Dressing!
If you want a quick, homemade dressing that tastes fresh and satisfying, make this hummus dressing. It blends hummus with lemon, a touch of honey, two vinegars for depth, and fresh herbs. The result is a versatile dressing that’s creamy without mayonnaise and packed with flavor from simple pantry ingredients.
Tip: Use this dressing on salads, as a sauce for grain bowls, or as a dip for raw vegetables.
Why you’ll love it
- Simple ingredients you can keep on hand
- Fresh herbal flavor that brightens dishes
- Quick to make—ready in about 10 minutes
What You Need
Hummus: Original hummus works well, but any variety you prefer—plain, lemon, or garlic—will change the flavor slightly. Using a well-textured hummus gives the best creamy base.
Olive oil: Adds healthy fat and thins the dressing to a pourable consistency. Extra-virgin olive oil brings a fruity note; use light olive oil if you prefer a milder taste.
Herbs: Fresh herbs make the dressing lively. This recipe uses tarragon and chives for a slightly sweet, oniony lift. Substitute basil, parsley, dill, or thyme according to what you have.
Acid and sweeteners: Lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and apple cider vinegar brighten the dressing. A touch of honey balances the acids—maple syrup works as a vegan alternative.
Seasoning: Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper are enough, but a pinch of red pepper flakes adds heat if you like a kick.
Simple Instructions
- Gather the ingredients: Place hummus, honey, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, chopped tarragon, chopped chives, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
- Whisk to combine: Whisk the mixture until smooth. If the hummus is very thick, whisk in a splash of water to loosen it.
- Finish with oil: Continue whisking while slowly drizzling in the olive oil until the dressing is emulsified and pours easily. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon as needed.
- Serve: Drizzle over your favorite green salad, toss with pasta salad, or use as a dip for vegetables.
Try it
Bow Tie Pasta Salad
This hummus dressing pairs particularly well with a hearty bow tie pasta salad. Toss cooked pasta with chopped vegetables, herbs, and the dressing for a make-ahead side dish perfect for picnics or potlucks.
Serve it with One of These Salads
- Steak Salad
- Apple Burrata Salad
- Harvest Salad (butternut, blackberry, kale)
- Zucchini Salad
- Grilled Chicken Salad
- All Salad Variations: Use this dressing anywhere you would reach for a creamy vinaigrette.
Storage
Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The dressing may thicken as it chills; before serving, bring it to room temperature and whisk in a little extra olive oil or a tablespoon of water to restore a pourable consistency.
Tip: If the dressing separates slightly, vigorous whisking or a quick pulse with an immersion blender will re-emulsify it.
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Easy Hummus Dressing
This simple hummus dressing blends fresh herbs, hummus, olive oil, and lemon juice into a quick homemade dressing that brightens any salad.
By: Emily Richter
Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 0 mins | Total: 10 mins | Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons hummus
- 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup)
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped tarragon
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Add the hummus, honey, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, tarragon, chives, salt, and pepper to a small bowl.
- Whisk the ingredients together until smooth. If the mixture is too thick, add a teaspoon of water at a time until it reaches the desired consistency.
- While continuing to whisk, drizzle in the olive oil until the dressing is emulsified and pourable.
- Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.
Notes & Variations
- Vegan option: replace honey with maple syrup.
- Herb swaps: basil, parsley, or dill all work well in place of tarragon and chives.
- For a thinner dressing, whisk in more lemon juice, vinegar, or water.
- Use leftover dressing as a sauce for grilled chicken or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
Estimated per serving: Calories: 150 kcal, Carbohydrates: 4 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 15 g, Fiber: 1 g, Sugar: 2 g. Nutrition information is an approximation.
Photography: Photos used in this post are by Ashley McGlaughlin from The Edible Perspective.