Healthy Hummus Recipe
Creamy, tangy, and satisfyingly smooth, this homemade hummus recipe is a delightful blend of chickpeas, lemon juice, and garlic with a dollop of yogurt for added richness. Drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkled with smoked paprika and fresh parsley, it's a flavorful appetizer or snack that's perfect for dipping or spreading on your favorite bread or crackers. Enjoy the fresh and vibrant flavors of this easy-to-make hummus!
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- One 15-ounce can chickpeas (garbanzo), rinsed and drained well
- juice from 1 lemon (about 1/4 cup)
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
- 1-2 cloves garlic, very finely minced
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- minced fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, lemon juice, salt, garlic and yogurt. Process for 1 minute, then open the food processer and scrape the sides. Process for another minute.
- While the processor is running, pour in the olive oil. Taste and check for smooth consistency.
- If the hummus is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water.
- Just before serving, sprinkle with smoked paprika, fresh parsley and drizzle with additional olive oil.
Cook Time
3M
Prep Time
PT5M
Yield
4-6
Nutrition
- Calories: 133 kcal
- Carbohydrate Content: 11 g
- Protein Content: 4 g
- Fat Content: 9 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1 g
- Cholesterol Content: 1 mg
- Sodium Content: 493 mg
- Fiber Content: 3 g
- Sugar Content: 1 g
- Serving Size: 1 serving
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