Lemon Lover’s Hummus
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Middle Eastern, israeli
Keyword: Salatim, Dips, Spreads
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 278kcal
Yield:2 cups
Print Recipe
- 1 15 ½ -ounce can chickpeas, rinsed well and drained
- 1 tablespoon raw tahini paste 100% sesame paste
- 1 garlic clove
- Grated zest and juice of 2 medium lemons
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Combine the chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon zest and juice, salt, and cumin in a food processor. Pulse to coarsely chop.
With the processor running, slowly add the olive oil, stopping once to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
The mixture will be smooth and creamy. The hummus can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Calories: 278kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Sodium: 440mg | Potassium: 98mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg