Classic Hummus
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
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1
15-ounce can
chickpeas (garbanzo beans), with liquid
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2
cloves
garlic
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2
tablespoons
lemon juice
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2
tablespoons
tahini (sesame seed paste)
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ΒΌ
teaspoon
ground black pepper
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1
teaspoon
extra virgin olive oil
Optional Garnish
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1
teaspoon
extra virgin olive oil
-
to taste
black pepper
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to taste
salt
Instructions
- Drain the chickpeas, reserving the liquid, and place them in a blender or food processor.
- Add garlic, lemon juice, tahini, black pepper, and salt (if using), along with half of the reserved chickpea liquid.
- Puree the mixture, adding more chickpea liquid as needed to achieve the desired texture.
- Blend in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Transfer the hummus to a serving dish and garnish with additional olive oil and black pepper if desired.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
8
Calories
89
Total fat
3g
Total carbohydrates
13g
Total protein
3g
Sodium
160mg
Cholesterol
0mg
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