I never get tired of hummus. It's a simple food that's high in protein, can be made various ways, and is versatile and goes with so many different flavors and tastes. I love to make it and put it in a pita with an heirloom tomato and sprouts. Takes 5 minutes and I can take it to work for lunch. I also like it in a wrap with fresh veggies and pickles (who knew that hummus and pickles together were so delicious?!).
I've had some requests for my favorite hummus recipe. Here it is:
1 can of chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
3 T lemon or lime juice
1 1/2 T tahini (sesame butter)
2 T olive oil
1/2 t salt
2 cloves of garlic - crushed
1/4 c liquid from the chickpeas
Drain the chickpeas (but be sure to save 1/4 c of the liquid) and put them into a blender. Add all the other ingredients and blend until desired smoothness. I like my hummus a little thicker, so I don't blend until it's completely smooth. Serve immediately or refrigerate until you're ready.
Believe me, even those of you who can barely boil water can make this and it's so quick. Let me know how you like to eat your hummus. Enjoy!
