Hummus from Jerusalem

Hummus is a popular Middle Eastern dish made from cooked, mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and spices.

This is vegan, gluten free and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 8.

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Hummus from Jerusalem

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

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 can Chickpeas
• ¹⁄₄ cup Tahini
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cumin
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• 4 tablespoon Water

Instructions

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

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 12g4%

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.