Classic Hummus
Ingredients: 7
A traditional Middle Eastern dip made from creamy chickpeas, tahini, and fresh lemon juice.
Ingredients
1 | cup Dried garbanzos/chickpeas, soaked overnight |
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4 | Cloves garlic, peeled |
1 | teaspoon Sea salt |
1 | teaspoon Paprika |
1 | teaspoon Parsley, fresh and finely chopped |
1 | tablespoon Olive oil |
1 | cup Tahini |
Instructions
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- Begin by soaking the dried garbanzos/chickpeas overnight to soften.
- Drain the garbanzos and transfer them to a pot. Add fresh water and cook for one hour until tender.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the cooked garbanzos with 1/2 cup of water and blend until smooth.
- Add the cloves of garlic, sea salt, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and creamy tahini to the blended mixture. Blend until a smooth paste forms.
- If needed, adjust the consistency by adding more of the reserved garbanzo cooking water.
- To serve, sprinkle the hummus with a pinch of paprika and a garnish of finely chopped fresh parsley.
Jul 18, 2024