Humus(Chickpea Dip)
Creamy and flavorful, this chickpea hummus features a blend of lemon, garlic, and fresh mint, offering a refreshing twist on traditional dips. Perfect for snacking, appetizers, or as a spread, it suits those seeking a nutritious, vibrant, and easy-to-make appetizer for gatherings or everyday enjoyment.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Drain the liquid from the chickpeas and reserve 1/4 cup of the liquid.
- Place the chickpeas, lemon juice, and reserved liquid in a blender container and cover.
- Puree until smooth, scraping the sides of the container frequently with a spatula.
- Transfer the chickpea mixture to a medium-sized bowl and stir in sesame seed oil, crushed garlic, snipped mint, and salt.
- Pour the chickpea mixture into a shallow serving bowl and make a well in the center.
- Pour olive oil into the well.
- Garnish with mint leaves, olives, and parsley as desired.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).