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hummus dip with pita chips

Quick & Easy Organic Heart-Healthy Hummus (2 Servings)

This recipe is designed for speed and simplicity, perfect for a quick snack or light meal. It emphasizes organic ingredients for maximum nutritional benefit.Prep Time: 5 minutesServings: 2
Prep Time 5 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 2

Equipment

  • food processor or potato masher optional
  • mixing spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 15 ounce/425g can organic chickpeas, drained and rinsed (reserve some aquafaba if desired for thinner consistency)
  • 1/4 cup 60ml organic tahini (sesame seed paste)
  • 2 tablespoons 30ml organic lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove organic garlic minced (about 1 teaspoon)
  • 1 tablespoon 15ml organic extra virgin olive oil optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon 1.5ml sea salt, or to taste optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon 1.5ml ground cumin
  • 2-4 tablespoons 30-60ml water or reserved aquafaba (optional, for desired consistency)
  • Optional garnishes: organic paprika fresh parsley, extra olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients (chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, cumin, and water/aquafaba if using) in a food processor.
  • Process until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
  • Add more water or aquafaba, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  • Serve immediately or chill for later. Garnish as desired.

Notes

Nutritional Information (per serving, approximate):
Note: This nutritional information is an estimate based on commonly available data and may vary slightly depending on specific brands and ingredient variations. The nutritional information also assumes no added water or aquafaba. Adding these will reduce the calories, fat, protein, carbs, and sodium per serving.
Keyword low-fat, paleo, heart-healthy, low-carb, high-fiber,sugar-free,vegitarian, vgan, low-sodium