Hummus Bi Tahina

Hummus is a popular Middle Eastern dish made from mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil. It is believed to have originated in ancient Egypt and has been enjoyed for centuries.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 8.

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Hummus Bi Tahina

Cooking Method: Blending Cuisine: Middle Eastern Courses: Any, Appetizer, Dip Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 can Chickpeas
• ¹⁄₂ cup Tahini
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cumin
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Paprika

Instructions

1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
2. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and cumin.
3. Blend until smooth and creamy.
4. If the hummus is too thick, add water or more olive oil to achieve the desired consistency.
5. Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika.
6. Let the hummus rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
7. Serve with pita bread, vegetables, or as a spread for sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Sugars 1g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.