Today we bring you a very traditional recipe from Arabic cuisine: hummus, a thick dip that pairs wonderfully with some crunchy bread. It’s a chickpea puree that has gained a lot of popularity in cooking. Plus, hummus is a very easy dish to prepare and can be perfect for those...

Hummus recipe
Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
0min
Total Time
10min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = Approximately 1/4 cup of hummus with accompaniments)

For the hummus

  • chickpeas (preserved in brine)
    chickpeas (preserved in brine)
    1can
  • peanut butter
    peanut butter
    1tbsp
  • lemon juice
    lemon juice
    1/2
  • ground cumin
    ground cumin
    1pinch
  • ground cayenne pepper
    ground cayenne pepper
    1pinch

For serving

  • breadsticks
    breadsticks
    1bundle
  • stalks celery
    stalks celery
    2
  • parsley
    parsley
    1sprig

How to make Hummus

Prepare the hummus

  1. Step 1

    Mash the chickpeas with a little of the liquid from the can using a food mill or blender.

  2. Step 2

    Add the lemon juice, peanut butter, a pinch of cumin, and cayenne pepper, and mix everything well.

Prepare the celery

  1. Step 1

    Clean the celery, remove the strings, and cut it into sticks.

Presentation

  1. Step 1

    Serve the hummus and accompany it with the breadsticks and celery sticks.

  2. Step 2

    Sprinkle a bit of chopped parsley, cumin, and a little extra cayenne on top.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

108.8kcal (5.44%)

Protein

4.0g (8.1%)

Carbs

14.3g (5.21%)

Sugars

1.6g (3.1%)

Healthy Fat

2.7g

Unhealthy Fat

0.6g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. For a creamier texture, add a bit more of the liquid from the chickpea can while blending.

  2. You can substitute peanut butter with tahini for a more traditional hummus flavor.

  3. Adjust the cayenne pepper to your spice preference.

  4. Serve with a variety of fresh vegetables like carrots or cucumber for added crunch.

FAQS

  1. Can I use dried chickpeas instead of canned?

    Yes, you can use dried chickpeas, but you will need to soak and cook them beforehand, which will increase the preparation time.

  2. What can I use instead of peanut butter?

    You can use tahini, almond butter, or even sunflower seed butter as alternatives to peanut butter.

  3. How long can I store hummus?

    Hummus can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

  4. Can I make hummus without a blender?

    Yes, you can mash the chickpeas manually using a fork or potato masher, though the texture may be less smooth.

  5. Is hummus gluten-free?

    Yes, hummus itself is gluten-free, but ensure that the breadsticks or other accompaniments are gluten-free if needed.

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