Hummus (Chickpea and Tahini Dip)
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HummusChickpea and Tahini Dip

A smooth chickpea and sesame dip seasoned with lemon, garlic, and cumin, then finished with olive oil and paprika. Hummus is shared across Middle Eastern cuisines and is commonly served with warm bread.

Prep

15m

Cook

Serves

4

Estimated

Nutrition

Per serving
762kcal

Calories

31g

Protein

27g

Fat

104g

Carbs

Estimated per serving from the base recipe. Actual nutrition may vary.

Before you start

Ingredients

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4

Dip

  • 400g
    Chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
  • 100g
    Sesame Paste
  • 50ml
    Lemon Juice
  • 8g
    Garlic (crushed)
  • 80ml
    Water
  • 3g
    Cumin Powder
  • 8g
    Salt

Serving

  • 30ml
    Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2g
    Paprika
  • 4pcs
    Pita Bread (warmed)

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Method

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4 steps
  1. 01

    Add the chickpeas, sesame paste, lemon juice, garlic, water, cumin powder, and salt to a food processor.

  2. 02

    Blend until very smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down the bowl as needed, then spoon the dip into a shallow bowl.

  3. 03

    Make a shallow swirl in the top, drizzle with the extra virgin olive oil, and dust with the paprika.

  4. 04

    Serve with the pita bread.

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