This Roasted Poblano Hummus combines smoky poblano peppers, sweet corn, black beans, garlic, and tahini into a creamy, flavor-packed dip that’s perfect for chips, veggies, sandwiches, and tacos.
If classic hummus and your favorite Southwest dip had a delicious little love child, this would be it.
This Roasted Poblano and Corn Hummus is smoky, creamy, a little sweet, and packed with fresh flavor. Roasted poblano peppers add just enough warmth without setting your mouth on fire, while sweet corn and black beans make every bite a little more interesting than your average hummus. If you hear “hummus” and immediately picture chickpeas, don’t clutch your pita just yet. This version swaps them for black beans, then throws in smoky roasted poblano peppers and sweet corn because life is too short to make the same dip every time. It’s creamy, smoky, just a little sweet, and somehow manages to disappear faster than the tortilla chips sitting next to it.
Whether you’re serving it with tortilla chips, pita chips, fresh veggies, or spreading it on sandwiches and wraps, this is one of those recipes people ask about after the first bite.
Why You’ll Love Roasted Poblano Hummus
- Smoky roasted poblano flavor without overwhelming heat.
- Creamy with just enough texture from the corn.
- Black beans add protein and fiber.
- Great for parties, cookouts, Cinco de Mayo, or game day.
- Naturally vegetarian and easy to make ahead.
- Delicious as a dip, sandwich spread, or taco topping.
Ingredient Highlights
Instead of relying solely on chickpeas, black beans create a rich, creamy base with an earthy flavor that pairs beautifully with roasted poblano peppers.
Fresh corn adds pops of sweetness that balance the smoky pepper, while tahini and olive oil provide the silky texture you’d expect from great hummus. Garlic and sautéed onion round everything out with plenty of savory flavor.
What to Serve with Roasted Poblano Hummus
- Tortilla chips
- Toasted pita chips
- Fresh vegetables
- Crackers
- Warm naan
- Crostini
- Inside wraps
- On burgers
- Spread on sandwiches
- Alongside grilled chicken or steak
Tips
- Roast the poblano until the skin is well blistered for the best smoky flavor.
- Let the pepper steam before peeling – it makes removing the skin much easier.
- Reserve a few corn kernels for garnish.
- Blend until completely smooth, adding a splash of water if needed.
- Chill for 30 minutes before serving so the flavors have time to come together.
FAQ
Is this traditional hummus?
Not exactly. Traditional hummus uses chickpeas, but black beans create an equally creamy base with a richer, earthier flavor.
Are poblano peppers spicy?
Usually they’re quite mild. Most have less heat than a jalapeño, with more smoky, earthy flavor than heatd.
Can I make it ahead?
Absolutely. It actually tastes even better after a few hours in the refrigerator.
How long does it keep?
Stored in an airtight container, it’ll stay fresh for about 4–5 days.
Here’s your printable –
Roasted Poblano and Corn Hummus
Smoky roasted poblano peppers, sweet corn, black beans, tahini, garlic and olive oil come together in this creamy Roasted Poblano and Corn Hummus. It's an easy appetizer that's perfect for parties, snacking and game day.
Ingredients
- 1 poblano pepper
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 15 oz can black beans, rinsed
- ¼ cup tahini
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ¼ cup yellow corn
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
- Drizzle pepper with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Roast for 2-3 minutes on both sides, until blistered.
- Immediately place the pepper in a zip lock bag, close and let it rest for about 10 minutes. Remove from the bag and pull the blistered skin off, discard.
- Put all ingredients in a food processor, pulse until smooth.
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Notes
Keep in mind, the more you pulse, the smoother the hummus will be; this should be to your liking.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1 Amounts Per Serving: Calories: 328Total Fat: 23gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 1141mgCarbohydrates: 24gFiber: 9gSugar: 1gProtein: 10gThe provided nutrition calculated may not always be accurate.
This Post Has 2 Comments
Roasted poblanos are one of my absolute faves, so I had to give this recipe a shot today. It’s amazing! The tastes and heat are a perfect match.Â
I love hummus too Shea, and I’m always looking for new recipes. Love the roasted poblanos! I bet I could put this on a stick and it would taste good!