Hummus with veg sticks

Dairy Free
Health score
44%
Hummus with veg sticks
10 min.
4
447kcal

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Looking to elevate your snack game? This delightful Hummus with Veg Sticks recipe is the perfect solution! Not only is it simple to whip up in just 10 minutes, but it’s also dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions. The creamy hummus, made from nutritious chickpeas, tahini, and a hint of garlic, serves as a deliciously smooth dip that pairs exquisitely with crunchy vegetable sticks like carrots, cucumbers, and peppers.

What sets this recipe apart is the addition of Marmite, which lends a unique umami flavor that takes the dip to a whole new level. Plus, the homemade sesame flatbreads are a delightful touch, adding a warm, nutty complement to the fresh veggies. A quick grill gives them a lovely puff and golden finish, creating the perfect canvas for your hummus.

This dish isn’t just tasty; it’s also packed with goodness, offering each serving roughly 447 calories ideal for sharing as an antipasti or enjoying as a light appetizer. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply snacking at home, this vibrant and healthy creation is sure to impress everyone around. So, roll up your sleeves and dive into this delightful plant-based recipe that’s bound to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • 400 garbanzo beans rinsed drained canned
  • tbsp tahini 
  •  garlic clove crushed
  •  juice of lemon 
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • tbsp water 
  • tsp yeast extract spread 
  • sticks cucumber (see below)
  • 200 self raising flour 
  • tbsp sesame seed 
  • pinch salt 
  • servings pepper black

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • grill

Directions

  1. Put the chickpeas, tahini and garlic cloves in a food processor and whizz until smooth.
  2. Add the lemon juice, olive oil, just-boiled water and Marmite. Whizz again until very smooth.
  3. Serve with sticks of carrot, cucumber and pepper and sesame flatbreads.
  4. For the sesame flatbreads, heat grill to high and dust a non-stick baking sheet with a little flour.
  5. Mix the self-raising flour, sesame seeds, a pinch of salt and a grind of black pepper in a large bowl. Stir in the natural yogurt and milk or water, then mix well to form a soft dough.
  6. Divide the dough into 4 and press each piece into an oval approx 5mm thick.
  7. Place on the sheet and grill for 3 mins on each side until puffed and golden.
  8. Brush with a little olive oil before serving, if you like.

Nutrition Facts

Calories447kcal
Protein11.36%
Fat41.81%
Carbs46.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.83
Glycemic Load
27.5
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
17.099564865879%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:447.43kcal
22.37%
Fat:21.05g
32.38%
Saturated Fat:2.86g
17.85%
Carbohydrates:53.05g
17.68%
Net Carbohydrates:46.55g
16.93%
Sugar:0.43g
0.48%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:342.06mg
14.87%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.86g
25.73%
Manganese:1.37mg
68.45%
Selenium:25.33µg
36.19%
Vitamin B1:0.52mg
34.92%
Vitamin B6:0.56mg
27.81%
Folate:108.27µg
27.07%
Fiber:6.5g
26%
Copper:0.5mg
25.05%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.21%
Phosphorus:191.52mg
19.15%
Magnesium:62.86mg
15.72%
Vitamin E:2.24mg
14.94%
Iron:2.69mg
14.92%
Vitamin B3:2.98mg
14.92%
Zinc:1.73mg
11.51%
Calcium:96.85mg
9.68%
Vitamin K:8.93µg
8.5%
Potassium:282.04mg
8.06%
Vitamin B5:0.61mg
6.15%
Vitamin C:3.7mg
4.48%