Tired of the same old bland store bought hummus? I was too!
Hummus is one of the easiest things you can make, and it can be customized so many ways to appease anyone’s palate. I wasn’t always a hummus fan, and then I started making it myself. Once I did that, I was addicted to this healthy and delicious snack (so was everyone else in my house). There is now always some in the fridge.
I have found, the keys to a good hummus, are flavor and texture.
Hummus is made with chick peas. However, I realized that one of the main reasons I didn’t like hummus in the past was because I prefer a smoother texture so I wondered if I could use something else. Also, while there are some excellent brands of hummus that can be bought in the store, I found that many of the flavors were much too strong for me. So, after doing a bit of research, I have come up with the perfect formula to creating my own hummus recipes.
I made a small graph below: basically first you choose your beans (choose 1), then your acid (choose 1), then your flavorings (any combo you like), add olive oil, salt and pepper, and zip in in a food processor and you will have the perfect hummus that is customized to your taste.
With summertime here and my garden flourishing, I have been using all the herbs growing. My favorite combination right now is either Thyme or Basil and Lemon with Cannellini Beans.
Herb and Lemon Hummus
1 15.5 ounce can of Cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 lemon zested and juiced
1 clove of garlic
1 large handful of basil leaves OR 2 sprigs of thyme
1 TBS extra virgin olive oil
Salt and Pepper to Taste
In a food processor, add all the ingredients.
Blend until desired texture. You can serve with pita chips, vegetable, or on a veggie wrap.
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2 comments
Ok stupid question that I could ask you on FB but I love comments.
If I don't have a food processor, I can use my blender, right?
As I typed it, I think I answered it but I just wanted to see my name in print on your blog.
Wink wink.
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That's should work! I know blenders only work well of there's a liquid in the mixture and since there's lemon juice and olive oil it should be fine 🙂