Description
Delight in this creamy Holiday Hummus Appetizer, featuring roasted garlic and tahini. Perfect for any gathering, it’s a flavorful dip that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 3 cloves garlic, roasted
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prep Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Rinse chickpeas under cold water to remove excess sodium.
- 2. Roast the Garlic: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap whole garlic cloves in aluminum foil with a drizzle of olive oil and roast for about 20 minutes until golden and soft.
- 3. Blend It Up: In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, roasted garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pulse until smooth.
- 4. Adjust Consistency: With the processor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil while adding water one tablespoon at a time until reaching desired creaminess.
- 5. Taste Test: Scoop out a spoonful and adjust seasoning or lemon juice as needed for flavor balance.
- 6. Serve & Enjoy: Transfer hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with paprika or parsley. Serve with fresh vegetables or pita chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For an ultra-smooth texture, consider peeling the chickpeas before blending. Customize flavor by adding spices like cumin or garnishing with pomegranate seeds.