Hummus (Garbanzo Bean Dip)
Summary
| Yield | |
|---|---|
| Prep Time | 5 minutes |
| Meal Type | Snacks |
| Food Type | Dips |
| Step Number (6 steps program) | Step 6: Pressure Cookers, Dips & Desserts |
Description
Garbanzo beans have a delicious nutlike taste and buttery texture. They provide a good source of protein that can be enjoyed year-round and are available either dried or canned.
Hummus and avocado on a Finn crisp cracker is a tasty treat. Create your own sandwich variations such as hummus, cucumber, tomato, and sprouts. Perfect for a healthy lunch.
Ingredients
- 2 cup cooked garbanzo beans
- 3 tbsp tahini, raw
- 1⁄2 onion (yellow or red), chopped
- 4 clv garlic, minced or pressed
- 2 lemons or limes, juiced
- 1⁄2 cup water, or more to achieve desired consistency
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- pn chili powder
Instructions
Place all ingredients, except water, in a blender. Begin with 1/4 cup water and add more as needed. Blend at high speed for about 2 minutes until smooth consistency is achieved. If blender is not able to adequately blend ingredients, add more water.
Notes
Tahini is pureed sesame seeds. It can be found in most markets.
A thicker mixture is good for dipping vegetables. A thinner blend can be used as salad dressing or sauce.
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