Best Basic Hummus Recipe
Basic Hummus
The Best Basic Hummus
I love hummus, and I believe everyone should have a delicious basic hummus recipe for a go-to. Hummus makes a great healthy after-school snack, party dip, or even use it instead of mayo on sandwiches and burgers. This basic recipe is great, but it also makes a perfect base for other flavored hummus, like roasted tomato or red pepper. I always keep some on hand for a go-to snack.
What Is Hummus
Hummus is a middle eastern dip or spread. That is made from chickpeas, olive oil, sesame(tahini), lemon, and garlic. It is very high in iron, vitamin c, protein, fiber, Omega-3, amino acids, and vitamin B6. Hummus is very good with fish, chicken, eggplant, pitas, and felafel, along with being a fantastic dip with carrots, celery, tomatoes, and other vegetables. Hummus is also great on a diet because it makes you whole and keeps you filled for a long time. Just be careful if you buy it from the market instead of making it as store-bought packages can have 2-3x the calories for the home version, so make sure you read your label.
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Basic Hummus Recipe
- 1 16 0z.can chickpeas
- 2 clove garlic, peeled and crushed
- 1 lemon, Juiced
- 1/4 c. roasted tahini
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1/4 c. juice from chickpeas, or water
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
How You Do It
- Mix all in a food processor until smooth if too thick, and add water until it is as thin as you like.
Red Pepper Hummus
For Red Pepper Hummus
To make Red Pepper Hummus
Add in a 1/2 c roasted red peppers to the basic hummus mix
Greek Yogurt Hummus
For Greek Yogurt Hummus
To make Greek Yogurt Hummus
Add 1/2 c plain Greek yogurt to the basic hummus mix
Sun Dried Tomato Hummus
For Sun Dried Tomato Hummus
For Dun Dried Tomato Hummus
Add 4 Tbsp. sun-dried tomatoes in oil to the basic hummus mix
Spinach Hummus
For Spinach Hummus
To make Spinach Hummus
Add 1/2 cup fresh spinach, chopped to basic hummus mix
How To Make Felafel To Go With Your Hummus
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