Hummus (creamy Chickpea Hummus)

Hummus is a creamy and delicious dip made from chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, and a blend of spices. It is a popular dish in Tajik cuisine, often served as an appetizer or snack.

Vegan Gluten Free Appetizer Tajik Chickpeas Tahini
Hummus (creamy Chickpea Hummus)

Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt to taste
  • 2-3 tablespoons water
  • Paprika and olive oil for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, and salt.
  2. Blend until smooth, adding water as needed to achieve a creamy consistency.
  3. Transfer the hummus to a serving dish, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with paprika.
  4. Serve with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a spread for sandwiches.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
0 minutes
Total time:
10 minutes
Cooking method
No Cooking Required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Protein
5g
Fat
10g
Carbohydrates
14g

Supplies

Food processor Serving dish

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve with warm pita bread, carrot sticks, and cucumber slices.

Tips & tricks

For extra creaminess, remove the skins from the chickpeas before blending.

Cost

$5