Hummus

Hummus is a creamy and flavorful Lebanese dish made from blended chickpeas, tahini, and fresh lemon juice, perfect for a healthy breakfast. Served with warm pita bread and garnished with olive oil and paprika, it is both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 200 grams (cooked or canned)
• Tahini - 30 grams
• Fresh lemon juice - 30 milliliters
• Garlic - 1 clove
• Olive oil - 15 milliliters
• Ground cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Water - 60 milliliters (adjust as needed)
• Paprika - for garnish
• Fresh parsley - for garnish
• Pita bread - 2 pieces

Steps

1. If using dried chickpeas, soak them overnight and cook until tender; if using canned, rinse and drain them well.
2. In a food processor, combine the cooked chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, ground cumin, and salt.
3. Blend until smooth, adding water gradually until you reach your desired consistency.
4. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice as desired.
5. Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with a little olive oil, and sprinkle with paprika and chopped fresh parsley.
6. Serve with warm pita bread on the side for dipping.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.06 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein and fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and tahini, which can support heart health.

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