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Homemade Hummus with Paprika, Olive Oil and Chickpea Garnish

Hummus

Hummus, or houmous, is popular throughout the Western world. Yet, it’s a dip of Middle Eastern origin. It’s made by mashing cooked chickpeas with tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. It’s most often served with vegetables or toasted pitta. However, it can also be used as a sauce in wraps or served as part of a traditional mezze platter.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Lunch, Sauces, Side Dish
Cuisine: Lebanese, Middle Eastern
Calories: 96
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Can Chickpeas 5 or 6 Individual peas reserved for a garnish (Optional)
  • 2 Tbsp Water
  • 2 Garlic Cloves Peeled
  • Juice of 1½ Lemons
  • 3 Tbsp Tahini
  • Salt to taste
  • Pinch of Paprika garnish
  • 15 ml Olive Oil garnish
  • 5 g Parsley Leaves Garnish

Method
 

  1. In a food processor, blend the chickpeas with the water and garlic. Mix in the lemon and tahini. Season to taste.
  2. Spoon into a bowl and finish with the reserved chickpeas, olive oil, paprika and parsley. Serve with warm pitta.