Yummy Hummus With Variations

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 1

Delicious Yummy Hummus With Variations for a healthy snack

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

229

Sugar

Fat

20g

Hummus is a popular Middle Eastern dish that has gained popularity all over the world. This creamy dip is made from chickpeas which are blended with tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil. It has a smooth texture and a nutty taste that makes it a perfect dip or spread for pita bread, vegetables, or crackers. In this recipe, we will be making a classic hummus recipe with variations that are perfect for a healthy snack on the go.

Instructions

1.	In a food processor, blend the chickpeas, water, tahini, lemon juice, salt, olive oil, and garlic until smooth.
2.	Serve the hummus with pita bread wedges, vegetables, or crackers.
3.	For variations:
4.	Roasted Red Pepper Hummus: Add 1/4 cup roasted red peppers to the food processor before blending.
5.	Garlic Hummus: Double the amount of garlic used in the recipe for extra garlic flavor.
6.	Spicy Hummus: Add 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the food processor before blending.
7.	Black Bean Hummus: Substitute black beans for chickpeas in the recipe and proceed as usual.

PROS

Hummus is a great source of protein and fiber which helps in reducing cholesterol level and lowers the risk of diabetes.

It is a heart-healthy snack that can be enjoyed anytime of the day.

CONS

Hummus, when store-bought, might have added sodium and preservatives that might not be healthy for consumers with specific dietary restrictions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Hummus helps to reduce inflammation and improve blood sugar levels in the body.
The chickpeas in hummus are high in protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals which are beneficial in weight management and digestive health.
The lemon juice in hummus is a good source of vitamin C which helps in boosting the immune system.

	1 can chickpeas , drained and rinsed
	1/2 cup cold water ( approx )
	1/2 cup tahini
	1/3 cup lemon juice , fresh
	1 teaspoon salt
	1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
	1 tablespoon garlic , finely minced