How To Make: Hummus

Who doesn’t love a little appetizer before a meal? Be it bread and butter, chips and salsa, or a bowl of soup, it is always on the agenda when dining out. Here at Farm Stand it is no different- we love them! One we particularly adore and would like to share with you today is the Middle-Eastern dip, hummus.

Made primarily of chickpeas or garbanzo beans, hummus is a thick (but light in flavor!) dip that goes with anything from pita, to vegetables, or even as a spread on a sandwich! Here we are going to give you a quick and easy recipe to make your very own hummus at home.

Ingredients

• 1 16 oz can of chickpeas or garbanzo beans
• 1/4 cup liquid from can of chickpeas
• 3-5 tablespoons lemon juice (depending on taste)
• 1 1/2 tablespoons tahini
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

1) Drain chickpeas and set aside liquid from can. Combine remaining ingredients in blender or food processor. Add 1/4 cup of liquid from chickpeas. Blend for 3-5 minutes on low until thoroughly mixed and smooth. 

2) Place in serving bowl, and create a shallow well in the center of the hummus.

3) Add a small amount (1-2 tablespoons) of olive oil in the well. Garnish with parsley (optional).

4) Serve immediately with fresh, warm or toasted pita bread, or cover and refrigerate.

 

Ta-da! And you have your very own hummus! You can officially skip the bag of salty chips when you get those little food craving that we all have- this healthy snack is sure to become your new favorite. Enjoy!