# Lentil Pistachio Hummus Max Sussman Modernizes the Traditional Hummus Recipe with Nuts & Legumes By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2015-07-06 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traditional-hummus References: [foodrepublic](http://www.foodrepublic.com/recipes/we-fell-hard-for-max-sussmans-lentil-pistachio-hummus-recipe/) Traditional hummus becomes very nontraditional with the release of Max Sussman's Lentil Pistachio Hummus recipe. Completely chickpea-free, this savory spread refashions the Mediterranean food dip. Cookbook writer, chef at 'The Cleveland' and the brilliant mind behind this spread, Max Sussman rethinks [traditional hummus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creamy-dreamy-hummus) with a few delicious adjustments. With enough of the original ingredients, Sussman replaces tahini with pistachio butter and chickpeas with lentils. This rich and bright spread pairs nicely with [salty pumpernickel chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eat-real-and-belazu) and has become quite popular at Sussman's Soho restaurant. While New York residents can enjoy this spread at 'The Cleveland' restaurant, lentil fans can follow the contemporary recipe posted on [Food Republic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homemade-brand-ice-cream) to make this hummus at home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Alternative Hummus Recipes:** Max Sussman's Lentil Pistachio Hummus recipe showcases a shift towards nontraditional ingredients and flavors in the hummus market. - **Substituting Traditional Ingredients:** The use of pistachio butter and lentils instead of tahini and chickpeas in hummus opens up opportunities for innovative ingredient substitutions in other food products. - **Gourmet Spreads and Dips:** The popularity of Max Sussman's Lentil Pistachio Hummus indicates a rising demand for unique and upscale spreads and dips in the culinary industry. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** The alternative hummus trend creates opportunities for companies in the food and beverage industry to develop innovative and unique hummus varieties. - **Nut and Seed Industries:** The substitution of tahini with pistachio butter in hummus presents disruptive innovation opportunities for nut and seed industries in the creation of new nut butter products. - **Restaurant and Hospitality:** The success of Max Sussman's Lentil Pistachio Hummus at 'The Cleveland' restaurant suggests a demand for creative gourmet spreads and dips in the restaurant and hospitality industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Savory Lentil Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maazah.md) - [Chocolate Cinnamon Hummus Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolate-cinnamon-hommus.md) - [Chili Crisp Hummus Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chili-crisp-hummus.md) - [Functional Hummus Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/functional-hummus.md) - [Organic Pumpkin Hummus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-pumpkin-hummus.md) - [Sensible Autumnal Hummus Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-fresh-dessert-hummus.md) - [Seed-Oil-Free Hummus Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cedars-reserve-hommus.md) - [Eco-Friendly Hummus Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lantana-foods.md) - [Flavorful Hummus Product Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-sesame.md)