Hummus
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
94 kcal
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Indian
Hummus
Description
Hummus is a creamy spread made from chickpeas and tahini, seasoned here with cumin, garlic, salt, and sumac, then brightened with lime juice. The process begins with peeling the chickpeas for an even smoother texture, although this is optional. Blending the ingredients with reserved chickpea liquid ensures a soft consistency that can be easily adjusted for thickness. The use of sumac both inside and as a garnish provides a mild lemony flavor and vibrant color contrast. This hummus serves as a flavorful accompaniment to breads and vegetables or as a component in sandwiches and meat bowls.
The preparation involves basic tools, mainly a food processor, and allows for personalization by adjusting seasoning to taste. Serving suggestions include drizzling olive oil on top and adding extra sumac or lime for zest. Variations can incorporate roasted vegetables or sun-dried tomatoes to introduce different flavors and textures. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to a week, making it a convenient make-ahead dish.
Ingredients
- 1 oz can chickpeas reserve liquid from can, aka garbanzo beans
- 6 Tablespoons tahini
- 1 clove garlic , minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon sumac , plus more for garnish
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 lime
Instructions
- Prep Chickpeas: Drain the canned beans, reserving the liquid from the can. (See notes for using dry chickpeas*). If time permits, peel the outer skin away each individual chickpea. This will result in very soft and smooth hummus.
- In a food processor add beans, tahini, garlic, salt, sumac, cumin, and juice from half of a lime. Blend well, adding small amounts of reserved bean liquid (or water), until you reach a smooth, creamy texture. Taste and add additional salt, if needed.
- Garnish: Add mixture to a bowl and use a small spoon to make a swirl on top of the hummus . Drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil on top and sprinkle sumac around the edges. Squeeze additional 1/2 lime on top.
- Enjoy with pita bread, pita chips, fresh veggies, on sandwiches, with gyros or chicken shawarma bowls.
- Store leftover hummus in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Notes
- If using dried chickpeas, soak overnight, then boil for 1-2 hours until tender and use the cooking liquid to adjust hummus consistency.
- Leaving out tahini is possible but will change the flavor and texture.
- Flavor variations can be made by adding harissa, za'atar, paprika, or more cumin and sumac.
- Hummus can be made up to a week ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
- To freeze, place in an airtight container for up to three months and thaw overnight in the fridge.
- Adding roasted vegetables or sun-dried tomatoes creates flavorful hummus variations.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 94 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 94kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 200mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 80mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 10IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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