Veg Hummus Recipe
Creamy chickpea dip, served with pita
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Serving Suggestions
Method
Preparation of Hummus
- 1
Rinse Chickpeas
Open the canned chickpeas and drain them well. Rinse under cold water to remove excess sodium and any canning liquid.
- 2
Blend Ingredients
In a food processor, combine the rinsed chickpeas, tahini, fresh lemon juice, garlic cloves (peeled), olive oil, ground cumin, and salt.
- 3
Add Water
While blending, gradually add water to the mixture until you achieve your desired creamy consistency.
- 4
Taste and Adjust
Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Serving
- 5
Prepare Pita and Vegetables
Cut the pita bread into triangles and wash and chop the fresh vegetables into sticks or bite-size pieces.
- 6
Plate and Serve
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil and garnish with additional cumin if desired. Serve with pita triangles and fresh vegetable sticks.