Classic Hummus is one of the staples of Middle Eastern culture. Hummus is made from chickpeas and tahini. It's a great appetizer or side served with pita.
Classic Hummus
Equipment
- Food processor
DESCRIPTION
This is one of the staples of Middle Eastern culture made from chickpeas and tahini. It's a great appetizer or side served with pita.
INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENTS
- 30 ounces chickpeas (two 15 oz cans)
- ½ cup tahini
- ¼ cup olive oil (extra virgin)
- 2 cloves garlic (peeled)
- 1 lemon (juice of lemon)
- salt (to taste)
- black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- ½ tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon parsley (chopped, to garnish)
INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTIONS
- Put the chickpeas, tahini, cumin or paprika, oil, garlic and lemon juice in a food processor, sprinkle with salt and pepper and begin to process; add water as needed to produce a smooth purée.
- Using a plastic spatula, scoop out into a serving plate. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with cumin and paprika (turmeric, cayenne and/or zaatar can also be used) then garnish with chopped parsley.
- Serve with pita.
NUTRITION
Calories: 331kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 15mgPotassium: 417mgFiber: 9gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 112IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 86mgIron: 4mg
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jane says
Just made this! It's delicious. So simple. Thank you.
npool32 says
That's awesome. Glad you enjoyed it!