Garlicky Garbanzo Bean Dip
Creamy, flavorful, and irresistibly aromatic, this Garlicky Garbanzo Bean Dip is the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack. Featuring protein-rich garbanzo beans blended with roasted garlic, tahini, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, this dip boasts a nutty, garlicky depth that’s elevated by earthy cumin and a velvety drizzle of olive oil. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy homemade dip is smooth and versatile, perfect for pairing with pita bread, crackers, or crisp veggies. Garnished with a sprinkle of paprika and a final touch of olive oil, it’s as visually inviting as it is delicious. Whip up a batch for your next gathering, or enjoy it as a healthy make-ahead option for packed lunches and quick snacks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 ounces Garbanzo beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves (roasted)
- 2 tablespoons Tahini (sesame seed paste)
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil (extra virgin)
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.75 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.25 teaspoons Paprika (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a small piece of foil.
Wrap the garlic cloves in the foil, drizzle them with a touch of olive oil, and roast in the oven for about 15 minutes or until soft and fragrant. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.
In a food processor, combine the garbanzo beans, roasted garlic, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, water, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the mixture on high speed for 2-3 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed. Blend until the dip is smooth and creamy. If the consistency is too thick, add an extra tablespoon of water and blend again.
Taste the dip and adjust seasonings if needed (e.g., add more lemon juice, salt, or garlic for extra flavor).
Transfer the garlicky garbanzo bean dip to a serving bowl. Drizzle with a little more olive oil and sprinkle paprika on top for garnish, if desired.
Serve immediately with pita bread, crackers, or fresh veggies. Alternatively, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1313 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.1 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2538 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.6 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.2 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.6 g | ||
| Protein | 47.0 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 418 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 1585 mg | 34% | |
*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.
