Traditional Hummus
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I love the smooth texture of this hummus recipe. The nutty flavor from the sesame seed paste combined with the tangy lemon flavor and a hint of garlic gives this hummus an almost three-dimensional flavor.
Recipe type: Delightful Dips and Spreads
Serves: 2 cups
Ingredients
- 1 (15-oz.) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled
- [1/4] cup fresh lemon juice
- [1/2] tsp. salt
- [1/4] cup plain Greek yogurt
- [1/2] cup tahini paste
- 2 TB. extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- In a food processor fitted with a chopping blade, blend chickpeas, garlic, lemon juice, and salt for 2 minutes or until smooth. Scrape down the sides of the food processor bowl with a rubber spatula.
- Add Greek yogurt, tahini paste, and extra-virgin olive oil and blend for 1 minute or until creamy and well combined.
- Add mint leaves, and pulse for 30 seconds or until you see little specks of green mint throughout.
- Serve, or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Notes
Mediterranean Morsel
Presentation is a big part of eating in the Mediterranean culture, and serving your food in appealing dishes with pretty garnish is a must. To serve hummus, spread it onto a nice plate, garnish with fresh sprigs of parsley or mint, sprinkle with paprika, and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil. The olive oil not only makes the hummus look nice, it also adds flavor, keeps the hummus moist, and prevents it from drying out.
Presentation is a big part of eating in the Mediterranean culture, and serving your food in appealing dishes with pretty garnish is a must. To serve hummus, spread it onto a nice plate, garnish with fresh sprigs of parsley or mint, sprinkle with paprika, and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil. The olive oil not only makes the hummus look nice, it also adds flavor, keeps the hummus moist, and prevents it from drying out.
Nutrition Information
Serving size: 2 tablespoons Calories: 78 Fat: 6g Saturated fat: 1g Carbohydrates: 5g Sugar: 78 Sodium: 124mg Fiber: 1g Protein: 2g Cholesterol: 0mg