Cilantro Hummus
User Reviews
3.6
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
94 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Cilantro Hummus
Description
This hummus recipe starts by extensively processing chickpeas to create a smooth base before adding tahini and lemon juice. Fresh cilantro leaves, carefully removed from stems, are then blended in to infuse the mixture with a lively herbal note. Cold water is added gradually to adjust the consistency to a dippable smoothness, noting that the mixture will firm up when chilled.
The garlic adds pungency balanced by lemon’s brightness and the nuttiness of tahini. The garnishes of olive oil and spices like paprika or sumac introduce color and subtle flavor accents on top. The hummus is best served well chilled and makes for a fresh, herbaceous appetizer or spread.
Ingredients
- 1 15- oz chickpeas drained and rinsed, canned
- 1 garlic large clove or 2 small cloves
- lemon juice of 1
- 1/4 cup tahini sesame paste
- 1 cup firmly packed, cilantro leaves (take the extra time to remove the leaves from the stems)
- salt fresh cracked, to taste
- black pepper fresh cracked, to taste
- olive oil for drizzling
- paprika or sumac, for garnish
Instructions
- Put the chickpeas and the clove of garlic into the bowl of a food processor fitted with the blade attachment. Turn the machine on and let the chickpeas go for about 5 minutes, stopping the machine and scraping down the sides often. Do not add any liquid at this point, even though the mixture is dry. This step helps insure a very creamy hummus. Just keep scraping down the sides.
- Add the tahini and lemon juice and process for another minute or so, still scraping down the sides of the machine as necessary.
- Now process in the cilantro, letting it go until it is well incorporated.
- Add enough cold water to loosen the hummus to a dippable consistency, approximately 1/4 cup, but you may need more. The hummus will thicken further as it chills in the fridge, so don't be afraid to add that water to loosen it up.
- Taste to adjust the salt and lemon, and then cover well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Serve with a drizzle of good olive oil, and a sprinkle of sumac or paprika.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 94 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 94kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 160mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 117mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 30IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
3.6
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