Avocado Hummus
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
310 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Avocado Hummus
Description
This avocado hummus starts by removing the skins from canned chickpeas by rubbing them in water, which creates a smoother texture. The peeled chickpeas are then processed until powder-like before adding ice cubes, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, and salt to blend thoroughly for creaminess and balanced tartness. Ripe avocado and chopped cilantro are incorporated last to contribute smoothness and fresh herbal notes.
The finished hummus is smooth and creamy with a gentle citrus tang from lemon juice and the nutty depth of tahini. Garnishes like olive oil, extra cilantro, and jalapeños add flavor and visual appeal. It is well-suited as a dip or spread, served chilled or at room temperature.
Storing leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator will preserve freshness and slow the browning of avocado.
Ingredients
- 1 15 ounce chickpeas canned
- 2-3 ice cubes
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 garlic cloves
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 2 avocado halved, pitted, and peeled, small
- 2 tablespoons cilantro for more for serving, fresh
- jalapeños sliced, for serving
- extra virgin olive oil for serving
Instructions
- Place chickpeas in a bowl of water and rub them together to peel the skin (optional step, but helps create a creamy texture).
- Drain the garbanzo beans and transfer them to a food processor. Blend them alone until they become powder-like, scraping down the sides as needed.
- While the food processor is running, add the ice cubes, lemon juice, tahini, garlic clove and salt, and blend for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Finally, add the avocados and cilantro and blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust as needed by adding more lemon juice or salt.
- Spoon the hummus onto a plate or bowl, and spread the hummus with the back of a spoon. Garnish with
- Drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with cilantro and jalapeño peppers, if desired. Serve cold or at room temperature.
Notes
- Peeling the chickpeas helps achieve a smoother hummus texture.
- Both ice cubes or a little warm water can be used; ice cubes keep it cool and fresh.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge with plastic wrap touching the surface to slow browning; consume within 2-3 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 310 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 310kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 616mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 696mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 12g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 175IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 15.2mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 65mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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