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Clara Whitley

Easy Hummus

A quick and creamy hummus recipe that captures the essence of homemade comfort, perfect for dipping or spreading.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 130
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup tahini (sesame paste) Can substitute with sunbutter or a few nuts.
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1-2 lemons)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced Add more if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • to taste Salt
  • Water (to adjust consistency)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and minced garlic in a food processor.
  2. Blend until the mixture is creamy. If it's too thick, add a spoonful of cold water to loosen it.
  3. Drizzle in the olive oil and sprinkle in the ground cumin. Blend until smooth.
  4. Taste and adjust seasonings with more salt or lemon juice if needed.
  5. Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika or fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 200mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1g

Notes

Try variations by adding smoked paprika, roasted red bell peppers, fresh herbs, or using different beans.

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