It’s all too easy to snack on junk food during the day. Having a healthy alternative at hand can make a world of difference, and hummus is a great choice.
This Mediterranean delight is high in protein, which is the key for building healthy bones and muscles. Hummus can also lower your cholesterol, help prevent cancer and aid in weight management. It is easy to make at home, which means you can ensure your hummus is as healthy as possible. You can also spice and season to taste. Check out this video for a rundown on three types of hummus.
Classic Hummus Ingredients
- 1 can garbanzo beans
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1-2 cloves of garlic
Chipotle Hummus Ingredients
- 1 can garbanzo beans
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- 1-2 chipotle peppers
- 1 tsp cumin
Pesto Hummus Ingredients
- 1 can garbanzo beans
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp pesto
- 1 tbsp Parmesan
Instructions
- Blender
Instructions
1. Put ingredients of preferred hummus into a blender.
2. Blend until smooth and enjoy!
Pro tips
1. When draining your garbanzo beans, leave a little of the water in with them and set the rest aside. You can add it back in during blending if you want to thin out the hummus.
2. You may need to stop blending part way through push down any beans that have gotten stuck to the sides.
— Erin Wildermuth