Dietitian Joey

Hummus

  • Snack & Dessert
  • Plant Protein
  • No cook
  • High fibre
  • Vegetarian

Hummus makes a great substitute for mayo when you want to sneak in some protein and fibre, while still getting that smooth, creamy mouthfeel. Pair it with crunchy veggies like cucumber, bell pepper and microwaved carrot.

Hummus

0

Calories

0g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0.0g

Fibre

0g

Protein

Per serving. Estimated. A number, not a verdict.

Ingredients

Serves

4

Canned chickpea (garbanzo), liquid separated1 can
Tahini / sesame paste2 tbsp
Olive oil1 tbsp
Lemon juice2 tbsp
Garlic, chopped2 cloves
Salt1/4 tsp
Cumin powder1 tsp
Paprika powder1/2 tsp

4 steps

The method

01

Soak chopped garlic in lemon juice for a few minutes to reduce sharpness.

02

In a pot, cook chickpeas over medium heat for ~5 mins to soften.

03

In a food processor, combine chickpeas and the lemon-garlic mixture, then pulse.

04

Add the rest of the ingredients, slowly adding 1 tbsp of the reserved liquid (aquafaba) at a time until creamy. Don't overdo it.

Tips

Perfect for dips or spreads. Keeps in the chiller for up to 4-5 days.

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Filed by Joey Khor · dietitianjoey.com