Classic Lemon Hummus

Serves: 8

This recipe will teach you how to make hummus like a professional! No mezze is complete without a bowl of hummus and some warm pita, but there are many other ways to enjoy this delicious dip too! For example it’s amazing as a sandwich spread!

INGREDIENTS

3 cups cooked, peeled chickpeas
1–2 cloves garlic, minced
3–4 ice cubes
⅓ cup tahini paste
½ tsp. kosher salt
1 lemon, juiced
hot water (if needed)
early-harvest, extra-virgin olive oil
ground sumac powder, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Combine the chickpeas and garlic in the bowl of a food processor. Purée until a smooth, powderlike mixture forms.
2. With the processor running, add the ice cubes, tahini paste, salt, and lemon juice. Blend for about 4 minutes. If the consistency is still too thick, slowly add a little hot water with the processor running, and blend until you reach the desired silky-smooth consistency.
3. Spread the hummus into a serving bowl and add a generous drizzle of oil. Place a few chickpeas in the middle, if desired. Sprinkle the sumac powder on top. Enjoy with warm pita wedges and your favorite vegetables. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, if desired.

NUTRITION DATA FOR 1 SERVING

Calories 176kcal
Total Carbohydrates 19g
Protein 7g
Total Fat 9g
Saturated Fat 4g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Trans Fat 3g
Cholesterol 0.0mg
Sodium 153mg
Potassium 74mg
Dietary Fiber 0.9g
Sugars 3g
Vitamin A 4% Daily Value
Vitamin C 6% Daily Value
Calcium 17% Daily Value
Iron 13% Daily Value

This AMAZING Recipe can be found in my Mediterranean Refresh Meal Plan Cookbook here