How to Make Hummus without Tahini

Hummus is everyone’s favorite middle eastern spread or dip – made mostly from white chickpeas (also know as garbanzo beans), olive oil, tahini and spices – it is the almost perfect topping for any cracker, cucumber stick, carrot, or flatbread.

Now, recipes for hummus can vary greatly from country to country and home to home, which is awesome, because it makes it one of those dishes that can easily be personalized according to taste (just say that it’s regional!). The most common ingredients are boiled chickpeas, tahini (sesame seed paste), olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, spices and herbs. All or any combination of ingredients is then ground to make a thick dip or spread and served cold. Hummus can be served as an appetizer with pita or any Arab breads, as part of a Meze, it can be spread on sandwiches, or even served with fresh vegetables as a healthy snack.

Hummus makes a really healthy snack because the chickpeas are high in fiber, folic acid, a good source of iron, magnesium, copper and zinc. The lemon provides a good source of vitamin C and the olive oil is a source of healthy fat.

Ok, so what about that tahini thing? Well, tahini is an ingredient that can sometimes be hard to find (although less so than it used to be), and it contains sesame seed as an allergen which makes traditional hummus recipes a no-go for those it might kill or seriously injure.

But just because you live somewhere where tahini is scarce, or you happen to be allergic to sesame seeds – you should not be stripped of the joy of a delicious hummus plate. Behold, amazing hummus – sans tahini!

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How to Make Hummus without Tahini

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1. Prepare the Lemon Mixture:

• In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, chicken or vegetable stock, granulated garlic, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Mix well.

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2. Blend the Chickpeas:

• Place the drained chickpeas in a blender, reserving their broth.
• Add 1/4 cup of the reserved chickpea broth and the prepared lemon mixture into the blender.
• Pulse until the mixture becomes a smooth, thick paste. If necessary, add extra broth or water to reach the desired consistency.

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3. Taste and Adjust:

• Sample the hummus and adjust the seasoning according to taste if necessary.

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4. Serve:

• Transfer the hummus to a serving dish.
• Create a small well near the edge and circle inward. Pour olive oil into the well.
• Add extra cooked chickpeas for garnish, sprinkle with paprika, and decorate with parsley.
• Serve with fresh pita bread or vegetables.

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Recipe Notes:

• For a smoother texture, peel the chickpeas by gently squeezing them to remove their skins.
• Meyer lemon gives a slightly sweeter, more fragrant touch, but regular lemons are also suitable.
• Adjust the amount of garlic and lemon to suit your taste preferences.

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