Hummus (Garbanzo Beans Dip)

by Erica on May 17, 2009

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mis-fotos-2193Hummus is one of my favorite dips and I usually just buy it store made, but it’s always good to make it at home as it’s easy and you can adjust the taste to your liking.

Ingredients
(About 11/2 cups)

1 can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained
1 Garlic clove, crushed
¼ cup water
5 tablespoons of Tahini
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Cilantro for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Place the garbanzo beans and garlic in a food processor and mix for about 20 seconds.

2. Add the remaining ingredients and process to form a smooth paste.

3. Serve or store in a covered container in the refrigerator.

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rebecca subbiah May 17, 2009 at 2:55 PM

I love hummus need to stop being lazy and make it from scatch he he

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Natasha - 5 Star Foodie May 18, 2009 at 9:14 AM

Very nice! I’ve never made hummus at home myself yet.

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Hélène May 18, 2009 at 8:57 PM

Thanks for your comment. I love hummus. We make it often for snacks.

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Soma May 19, 2009 at 7:27 AM

Mine too! I love hummus & make it using flavors in it too. It is such a versaltie thing to have.

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Teanna May 20, 2009 at 1:52 PM

I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE hummus! Yours looks so deliciously creamy!

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