Hummus... Smooth & Creamy

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
45%
Hummus... Smooth & Creamy
25 min.
4
331kcal

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Hummus is a delicious and versatile dip that can be enjoyed as a snack or appetizer. This smooth and creamy version is sure to impress with its authentic Middle Eastern flavors. The key to achieving the perfect consistency lies in blending the ingredients for an extended period, resulting in a rich and velvety texture. The addition of a special condiment, known as "tetbeleh," made from garlic, jalapeño, and lemon juice, takes this hummus to the next level. The vibrant flavors and health benefits of this dip make it a perfect choice for any occasion.

This hummus is not only delicious but also boasts an impressive nutritional profile. With a good balance of protein, fat, and carbohydrates, it provides sustained energy and essential nutrients. The dip is an excellent source of manganese, folate, phosphorus, and fiber, contributing to overall health and well-being. Additionally, the presence of flavonoids, such as eriodictyol, hesperetin, and naringenin, offers potential health benefits.

Whether served as a starter, snack, or antipasti, this hummus is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy it with pita wedges or your favorite dipping options. The recipe yields a generous portion that can be stored in the refrigerator for a couple of days, making it a convenient and healthy option for any time of the day. So, why wait? Indulge in the smooth and creamy delight of this authentic hummus and experience the magic of Middle Eastern flavors right in your own home.

Ingredients

  • 13 ounces chickpeas 
  • 0.5  garlic clove 
  • small garlic clove 
  • 0.5 large jalapeno 
  •  juice of lemon whole
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.5 cup olive oil 
  • servings salt 
  • tablespoons tahini 
  • tablespoons yogurt (middle eastern)

Equipment

    Directions

    Place the beans and garlic cloves in a saucepot and bring to a boil.Save broth for reserve.

    Place only the beans and garlic in food processor.

    Run the processor to grind up the beans.

    Add olive oil, tahini, yogurt, lemon juice, salt and 3/4 cup reserved broth from beans.

    You will need to let it blend in the food processor for about 10 minutes to get creamy.

    Afterwards if you want it a bit looser add a tiny bit of broth and stir well.

    Meanwhile combine garlic, hot pepper and salt in a mortar pestle and smash until mush.

    Add lemon juice to the garlic/jalapeño condiment and stir well.

    Spread out hummus on a plate, place a few tablespoons of the tetbeleh in the middle.

    Place in the refrigerator for about an hour or so.

    Decorate with paprika.

    Drizzle with olive oil.

    Serve with pita wedges.

    Hummus will last for 2 days in the fridge.

    Enjoy!

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories331kcal
    Protein14.29%
    Fat47.9%
    Carbs37.81%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    34.19
    Glycemic Load
    5.14
    Inflammation Score
    -6
    Nutrition Score
    16.329130434783%

    Flavonoids

    Eriodictyol
    1.1mg
    Hesperetin
    3.26mg
    Naringenin
    0.31mg
    Apigenin
    0.02mg
    Luteolin
    0.06mg
    Kaempferol
    0.01mg
    Myricetin
    0.05mg
    Quercetin
    0.22mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:331.41kcal
    16.57%
    Fat:18.45g
    28.38%
    Saturated Fat:2.82g
    17.61%
    Carbohydrates:32.76g
    10.92%
    Net Carbohydrates:24.71g
    8.98%
    Sugar:6.02g
    6.69%
    Cholesterol:2.6mg
    0.87%
    Sodium:216.83mg
    9.43%
    Protein:12.38g
    24.76%
    Manganese:1mg
    49.93%
    Folate:183.3µg
    45.83%
    Phosphorus:328.18mg
    32.82%
    Fiber:8.06g
    32.22%
    Copper:0.64mg
    32.02%
    Vitamin B1:0.42mg
    28.14%
    Iron:3.6mg
    20%
    Magnesium:66.71mg
    16.68%
    Vitamin C:13.69mg
    16.59%
    Zinc:2.44mg
    16.26%
    Selenium:10.7µg
    15.29%
    Potassium:423.31mg
    12.09%
    Vitamin B6:0.21mg
    10.64%
    Calcium:102.27mg
    10.23%
    Vitamin B3:1.62mg
    8.09%
    Vitamin E:1.21mg
    8.07%
    Vitamin K:7.34µg
    6.99%
    Vitamin B2:0.12mg
    6.85%
    Vitamin B5:0.39mg
    3.92%
    Vitamin A:77.69IU
    1.55%
    Vitamin B12:0.07µg
    1.23%
    Source:Food.com