🥣 Creamy Hummus with Olive Oil & Paprika
🥣 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
🌿 Main Ingredients
1 can (15 oz / 400 g) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
¼ cup tahini (sesame seed paste)
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic
Juice of 1 lemon
2–4 tbsp cold water (to adjust texture)
½ tsp ground cumin
Salt to taste
🍋 For Garnish
1 tbsp olive oil (for drizzling)
¼ tsp smoked paprika or sumac
Fresh parsley (optional)
A few whole chickpeas for decoration
👩🍳 Instructions
✅ Step 1: Prepare Chickpeas
Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
For extra-smooth hummus, peel the chickpeas by rubbing them gently in a towel (optional but worth it!).
✅ Step 2: Blend the Base
In a food processor, combine tahini, lemon juice, and garlic.
Blend for 30 seconds, then scrape the sides and blend again — this step makes the hummus creamy and light.
✅ Step 3: Add Chickpeas and Olive Oil
Add chickpeas, cumin, salt, and olive oil.
Blend for 1–2 minutes, adding cold water slowly until smooth and fluffy.
✅ Step 4: Taste & Adjust
Add more lemon or salt to your preference. The flavor should be tangy, nutty, and slightly garlicky.
✅ Step 5: Serve
Spoon hummus into a shallow bowl.
Use a spoon to create a swirl pattern on top.
Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle paprika or sumac.
Garnish with parsley and a few whole chickpeas.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve with:
🫓 Warm pita or flatbread
🥕 Fresh veggies (carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers)
🥗 As a base for Mediterranean bowls or wraps
💚 Health & Nutrition Benefits
| Ingredient | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Chickpeas | High in fiber and protein — keeps you full and supports digestion. |
| Tahini | Good source of healthy fats, calcium, and iron. |
| Olive oil | Heart-healthy and anti-inflammatory. |
| Garlic & lemon | Boost immunity and improve digestion. |
✅ Healthy Tips
🌿 Use ice-cold water while blending for extra creamy texture.
🧄 Roast garlic before blending for a milder, sweeter flavor.
🧊 Store in the fridge for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
🍅 Add roasted red peppers or herbs for a flavor twist!
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