Hummus with Olive Oil

This Paleo Greek Hummus with Olive Oil is a creamy, flavorful dip made from simple, wholesome ingredients. Perfect for snacking, it's rich in healthy fats and protein, making it a satisfying addition to any meal.

Hummus with Olive Oil
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Greek
300 kcal

Ingredients

  • Canned chickpeas - 200 grams (drained and rinsed)
  • Tahini - 30 grams
  • Garlic - 1 clove (minced)
  • Lemon juice - 30 milliliters
  • Extra virgin olive oil - 30 milliliters (plus extra for drizzling)
  • Cumin - 1 teaspoon
  • Sea salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Water - 60 milliliters
  • Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

  1. In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, sea salt, and water.
  2. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. If the mixture is too thick, add more water, one tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  4. Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle with additional olive oil.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with vegetable sticks or Paleo-friendly crackers.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 300
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Carbs: 25 g
  • Fiber: 7 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
  • Water: 0.06 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in plant-based protein for muscle repair and growth.
  • High in healthy fats that support heart health and reduce inflammation.

Tags

GreekPaleoSnack