Homemade Hummus
Ingredients:
1 can of Chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
2 lemons juiced
1 garlic clove
2 tbsp of tahini
2 tbsp of olive oil
2 tbsp of water
1 tbsp of roughly chopped parsley
Seasoning:
Salt (1 tsp. or to taste)
½ tsp. cumin
½ tsp. sumac or chili powder or chili flakes
½ tsp. paprika, etc.
Instructions:
Blend lemon juice, tahini, water and olive oil thoroughly.
Add chickpeas, garlic, all the spices and let the blender run for 2-3 min.
Taste and adjust salt, add a tablespoon of olive oil if hummus is too thick.
The longer you blend, the fluffier the hummus will be. Transfer to a serving bowl, taste for salt and finish off with a drizzle of olive oil, parsley and sumac or chili or paprika or smoked paprika.
Eat it with a spoon, shmeared on a piece of toast, and dip your veggies in it. I serve it with celery, cucumbers and carrots. The possibilities are endless and delicious!
Additional Information:
Hummus is incredibly versatile and great as an appetize, snack or even lunch! You can change the spices or add on roasted veggies and create different dishes. Delicious and healthy it is incredibly easy to make, requiring few ingredients and some spices.
Health Benefits:
Chickpeas also known as garbanzo beans are high in complex carbohydrates, low glycemic index, high in fiber, promoting gut health and high in protein legumes. In fact, it is one of the best sources of plant protein. Protein rich foods help to keep us feeling full longer, assist with muscle building and reducing muscle loss. Chickpeas taste good and are good for you. You can have your cake and eat it too!!
