Chickpea Appetizer Hummus Habb
Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant and creamy Chickpea Appetizer Hummus Habb! This quick and easy recipe combines pantry staples like canned chickpeas, tahini, and a touch of ground cumin, blended to silky perfection with a bit of ice water for an irresistibly smooth texture. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a hint of paprika add a zesty and smoky depth, while the optional garnish of juicy pomegranate seeds provides a pop of color and sweetness that’s simply irresistible. Ready in just 10 minutes, this Middle Eastern-inspired hummus is perfect for dipping flatbread or crisp veggie sticks. Whether served at a casual gathering or as a nutritious snack, this homemade hummus is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned chickpeas
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp paprika powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp ice water
- 2 tbsp parsley (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds (optional, for garnish)
- flatbread or veggie sticks (for serving)
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water.
In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic clove, ground cumin, paprika, and salt.
Blend the mixture on high speed, scraping down the sides of the processor as necessary.
While blending, drizzle in the ice water one tablespoon at a time until the hummus has a creamy, smooth consistency. You may not need all 3 tablespoons.
Taste and adjust seasonings as desired (add a pinch more salt, lemon juice, or cumin for balance).
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and use the back of a spoon to create a swirl in the surface.
Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, chopped parsley, and optional pomegranate seeds for a burst of sweetness and color.
Serve immediately with flatbread or veggie sticks, or refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
309 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.9 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 617 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.7 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 916 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 4020.6 mg | 22336% | |
| Potassium | 285 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
