Blender Hummus without Tahini
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Blender Hummus without Tahini
Description
The Blender Hummus without Tahini uses canned chickpeas as the base, blended with lemon juice, olive oil, and water to achieve a creamy texture. Paprika and garlic salt lend subtle spice and savory depth. The method involves pulsing the blended mix to reach the desired smoothness, adding water incrementally if needed to adjust thickness. Chilling the hummus for 30 minutes helps it firm up and meld flavors.
This hummus serves well as a snack or appetizer, complementing fresh vegetables like carrots, broccoli, and cucumbers, or crackers and pita bread. It can also be paired with meats or included on charcuterie boards for variety. The recipe is adaptable with optional garnishes such as olive oil drizzle, chopped tomatoes, or fresh herbs to enhance presentation and flavor complexity.
Storing the hummus uncovered in the refrigerator for up to one week preserves freshness. Omit garnishes before storage to maintain quality. The recipe allows using different spices or seasonings to customize the taste.
Ingredients
- 2 chickpeas drained and rinsed, canned
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp water filtered
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- Serve with: fresh vegetables and crackers carrots, broccoli, cucumber, peppers, pita, etc.
Instructions
- In a blender, add the lemon juice, olive oil, and filtered water. Blend for 15-30 seconds until combined
- Add in 1 tsp paprika and 1 tsp garlic salt (or everything but the bagel seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, whatever you want the hummus to taste like) Pulse 2-3 times in the blender.
- Pour in 2 cans of drained and rinsed chickpeas. Blend until desired texture. If mixture is too thick, add 1 tsp of water at a time until hummus is smooth and consistent.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes to let thicken.
Notes
- Garnish with olive oil, fresh herbs, chopped tomatoes, or crumbled cheese for added flavor and texture.
- Serve with fresh vegetables, pita, or crackers for a variety of dipping options.
- Keep hummus refrigerated without garnishes for up to one week to maintain freshness.
- Adjust seasonings like paprika and garlic salt to personal preference or try alternative spices.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 170 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving | |
| Calories | 170kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 440mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 52mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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