Quick Hummus

A simple, creamy chickpea dip blended with tahini, lemon, and garlic, served with warm pitta bread and olive oil.

Vegetarian Vegan Healthy Quick Chickpeas Dip

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

821.2

kcal / serving

1642.4 kcal total

Carbs

80.4g

per serving

160.8 g total

Fat

44.1g

per serving

88.2 g total

Protein

25.8g

per serving

51.6 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces

100

Tahini

sesame seed paste, optional

Fruits

tbsp

Lemon Juice

more to taste

GrainsCereals

rounds

Pitta Bread

warmed and cut into quarters

LegumesPulses

200

Chickpeas

canned, drained and rinsed, reserve a few whole for garnish

Liquids

tbsp

Water

NutsSeeds

cloves

Garlic

crushed

tsp

Cumin

ground

pinch

Salt

to taste

tsp

Paprika

for sprinkling

OilsFats

tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

for drizzling

Method

Drain and rinse the chickpeas, reserving a few for garnish.

Combine the chickpeas, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, salt, tahini, and water in a food processor.

Blend the mixture into a creamy purée.

Adjust the seasoning with extra lemon juice, garlic, cumin, or salt if needed.

Spread the hummus onto a plate and create a smooth surface with a spoon.

Drizzle with olive oil and top with the reserved chickpeas, paprika, and quartered pitta bread warmed for 3 minutes.