In honor of National Hummous Day, I’m sharing a recipe for hummous (I know that many of you already make WAY better hummous than I can ever dream of making, but I thought I’d try to honor the day). Try it & enjoy!
The main ingredient in hummus is chickpeas, which pack a serious punch of plant-based protein so they are an excellent meat replacement. They are also filled with fiber, so this snack is sure to fill you up and keep you satisfied. Our easy recipe swaps some ingredients you may not have on hand (like tahini) with some simple spices so you can whip this up anytime.
Hummus Dip
· 1 can garbanzo beans (chickpeas),
drained and rinsed
· 2 to 4 tbsp. water
· 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
· 1 tbsp. lemon juice
· 1 garlic clove, minced
· 3/4 tsp. ground cumin
· 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. salt
Instructions:
• Add the chickpeas, 2 tablespoons of water, the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt to a food processor or blender. Process until smooth and creamy. If needed, add additional water to thin out the hummus and 1/4 teaspoon of salt to taste.
• Enjoy with veggies or whole grain crackers or pita.
