A basic hummus recipe using chickpeas, tahini and garlic for an authentic dip packed with healthy fats and fibre to help keep you feel full.
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Basic hummus
Hummus is a delicious snack packed with healthy fats and beneficial fibre to help keep you feel full.
- 1 hr 15 mins cooking + soaking
- Makes 3 cups
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Ingredients
- 1 cup (200g) dried chickpeas
- 1 garlic, crushed
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Method
- 1Soak chickpeas in cold water overnight. Drain.
- 2Place drained chickpeas in a large saucepan with plenty of water. Bring to a simmer over high heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour or until tender. Drain, reserving ½ cup cooking water and ¼ cup whole chickpeas.
- 3Process remaining chickpeas and reserved cooking water until smooth. Add garlic, tahini, juice and oil; process until combined.
- 4Serve topped with reserved chickpeas, a little extra oil and pitta bread.
Notes
Use 800g (1½ pounds) canned chickpeas instead of dried; drain, reserving ½ cup liquid. Use only if needed to thin hummus.
