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Lemon Garlic Hummus
I love how easily this dip comes together. I usually start with a base – plain hummus - then add all sorts of ingredients. In this case I add extra lemon and garlic for added zest.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mediterranean
Keyword garlic, hummus, lemon
Prep Time 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes minutes
Servings 8
Calories 68 kcal
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 3 tablespoons tahini 4 cloves garlic, minced ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil ¼ cup ice cold water ½ teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon chopped flat-leaf parsley 1 slice lemon, cut into a half moon
Remove the skins from the chickpeas by pinching them between your forefingers and discard (optional).
Add the chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon, olive oil, and to the bowl of a food processor and blend until pureed.
Slowly add water until the mixture becomes creamy. Season with salt then transfer to a small bowl. Garnish with parsley and lemon slices.
The hummus can be made up to a week ahead of time and refrigerated in an airtight container.
Calories: 68 kcal | Carbohydrates: 2 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 7 g | Saturated Fat: 1 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4 g | Sodium: 148 mg | Potassium: 40 mg | Fiber: 0.3 g | Sugar: 0.2 g | Vitamin A: 5 IU | Vitamin C: 4 mg | Calcium: 11 mg | Iron: 0.3 mg