Description
A creamy and flavorful Middle Eastern dip that’s quick and easy to prepare, perfect for snacks or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can chickpeas
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- Salt to taste
- Water as needed
- Paprika for garnish
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas well to remove any canning liquid.
- In a food processor, combine the rinsed chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt.
- Blend the mixture until it reaches a smooth consistency, adding water a tablespoon at a time if needed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning; transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle paprika on top.
Notes
For a creamier texture, consider peeling the chickpeas before blending. Hummus can be customized with various flavors like roasted garlic or herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg