The best easy hummus recipe is one that is healthy, uses just a few ingredients, and comes together in minutes. This high-fibre, protein-rich hummus has it all.
Healthy ingredients in hummus
Chickpeas: It’s easiest to use chickpeas that are canned for this recipe. Drain them and rinse well before adding them to the blender. Chickpeas are naturally high in fibre and plant-based protein
Tahini:Â Is a product of finely ground sesame seeds. Considered a superfood, tahini is high in protein and a rich source of calcium
Garlic: We used cloves of raw garlic in this recipe, which gives it a strong bite (which we love!). If raw garlic is hard on your digestion, try using roasted garlic instead
Lemon: Fresh lemon juice is best in this recipe, but the bottled variety will suffice if you need it. Lemon is high in vitamin C and really brings this hummus to life
Olive oil: We used a couple of tablespoons in the recipe, plus more for garnish. It keeps the hummus nice and creamy and adds that extra healthy fat to the recipe
How to make hummus
Making hummus couldn’t be easier. Simply add all the ingredients to a blender and blend on high until everything comes together.
If the hummus is too thick, add a few tablespoons of water or more fresh lemon juice. Transfer it to a bowl, top with paprika, fresh parsley, and a drizzle of olive oil.
FAQ
Can you make hummus without a blender?
A food processor will work to make hummus but you might have to blend it for a bit longer than you would if you used a blender
What other vegetables or herbs can you add to hummus?
Hummus is quite versatile! Try adding roasted garlic instead of raw, cooked beets, artichoke hearts, or roasted red peppers
What do you garnish hummus with?
Once you spoon the hummus into a serving dish, add a swirl of olive oil, some paprika, red pepper flakes, and fresh parsley to garnish
What else can you use hummus in?
Hummus is a great source of plant-based protein, so use it to optimize wraps, sandwiches, and salads. It’s good as a dip for chicken, pita bread, veggie sticks, and crackers
Creamy Garlic Hummus
Description
A zesty hummus that comes together in just minutes. Makes a healthy appetizer or addition to sandwiches and wraps for extra protein and fibre
Ingredients
Instructions
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Drain and rinse the cans of chickpeas and add them to a blender, along with tahini, lemon juice, garlic cloves, olive oil, and salt
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Blend on high, scraping down the sides of the blender with a spatula, as needed. Slowly add a tablespoon of water at a time until the desired consistency is reached. If you need more liquid, add more water or lemon juice
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Spoon the creamy hummus into a serving dish and garnish with paprika, red pepper flakes, and a drizzle of olive oil
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Store in the fridge for up to 5 days
