Middle EasternEasy

Hummus

Name: Hummus
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 can (400g) Chickpeas (cooked); 3 tbsp Tahini; 2 tbsp Lemon juice; 1 clove Garlic; 2 tbsp Olive oil; 1/2 tsp Cumin; to taste Salt; 2-3 tbsp Ice water

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

0 min

Total Time

10 min

Servings

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Drain chickpeas, reserve liquid. Peel skins for smoother texture (optional).
2
Blend tahini and lemon juice for 1 minute until light and fluffy.
3
Add garlic, cumin, salt. Blend 30 seconds.
4
Add chickpeas in batches, blending until smooth. Add ice water for creamier texture.
5
Transfer to bowl, drizzle olive oil, sprinkle paprika. Serve with veggie sticks.

*Pro Tips

1
Peel chickpea skins for restaurant-quality smoothness
2
Use ice water not regular water
3
Blend tahini first before adding chickpeas

Why It's Diabetic-Friendly

Chickpeas have GI of 28 — one of the lowest legumes. High fiber and protein keep blood sugar stable for hours.

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