Hummus Recipe
Freshly made hummus served with warm pita and fresh veggies.
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Ingredients
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Hummus Base
Serving
Method
Hummus Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water. Set aside. Peel the garlic cloves and prepare the lemon juice.
- 2
Blend the Hummus
In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- 3
Adjust Consistency
If the hummus is too thick, add water gradually (1 tablespoon at a time) while blending until the desired consistency is reached.
Serving Preparation
- 4
Warm the Pita
Heat the pita bread in a toaster or on a skillet for a few minutes until warm and soft.
- 5
Prepare the Veggies
Wash and cut the carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers into sticks or slices for dipping.
Final Assembly
- 6
Serve the Hummus
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with extra olive oil if desired, and serve it alongside the warm pita and fresh vegetable sticks.
