In this blog, I wanted to share a recipe for some Easy Hummus I recently made. I don’t know about you, but I like easy recipes. This recipe is not only easy to make, but only contains only a few ingredients and they are good for your body too.

If you’re looking for a rich, filling snack that’s not so sweet, this recipe for hummus is sure to please. If you’re not familiar with hummus, it is a creamy, thick spread made from chick peas. Hummus is a popular Mid-Eastern food that has been around since ancient times. In some cultures, hummus is consumed with every meal. In the Western world, hummus is often enjoyed as a snack or served as an appetizer.

Hummus has a host of beneficial nutrients, which have medicinal affects for your body. Chickpeas have an array of vitamins and minerals including: protein, copper and folate. They are also rich in iron and B vitamins. Additionally they are a good source of fiber, which aids in digestion. Hummus also contains tahini, which is made from ground sesame seeds and has nutritional benefits of its own. What’s more, tahini is a good source of iron, as well and beneficial to those with iron deficiency. For an afternoon pick me up, try eating some hummus with vegetables, crackers or pita bread.

Easy Hummus

  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 1/2 lime (Squeeze for juice)
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large garlic clove, roughly chopped
  • Dash paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp cumin (optional)
  • One (15-ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans) drained and rinsed
  • 2 Tbsp water (You can also use the liquid from the can of chick peas)
  • Garnish with chopped fresh herbs (Rosemary, parsley, etc.)

Directions

  1. Combine the tahini and lime juice in a food processor or high-powered blender , such as a Vitamex. Process for about 2 minutes, pausing to scrape down the bowl of your processor as necessary.
  2. Add the chopped garlic, cumin, paprika and salt to the tahini and lime mixture. Process for about 1 minute or so.
  3. Add the chickpeas to the mix and process for a minute or two. Then add the water and olive oil. Process for another minute or so, until the hummus is thick and smooth.
  4. Scrape the hummus into a small serving bowl. Garnish with additional chopped herbs.
  5. Serve with fresh vegetables, pita bread or crackers.
  6. Store hummus in an airtight container and refrigerate.

Enjoy!

Barb