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How to make Simple Authentic Healthy Houmous
Houmous, also known as Hummus, is a creamy and delicious Middle Eastern Dip, traditionally made from pureed chickpeas, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice. It’s a quick, healthy, and flavorful appetizer that fits many diets, including vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, and nut-free!
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Ingredients
number of servings
6
- 2 cups of canned chickpeas, drained (keep some liquid)
- 0.3 cup of fresh lemon juice
- 0.3 cup well stirred sesame tahini
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbl olive oil
- 1⁄2 tsp ground cumin
- salt to taste
- 2 tbls of chickpea liquid or water
- 1⁄4 tsp paprika, for serving
- 1 tbl chopped fresh parsley, for serving
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Directions
10 min
1. Step
Start by mashing chickpeas in a blender or food processor.
2. Step
Add the lemon juice, tahini, chopped garlic, cumin, salt, and olive oil to the mashed chickpeas.
3. Step
Blend until you get a creamy purée.
4. Step
Add more chickpea liquid or water if necessary to get the desired texture.
5. Step
Spoon the houmous into a serving dish and drizzle with some more olive oil.
6. Step
Then sprinkle paprika on top.
7. Step
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
8. Step
Serve with warm pita bread or raw vegetables.
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