Heart-Healthy Classic Houmous
Indulge in the creamy, wholesome delight of our *Heart-Healthy Classic Houmous*, a quick and nutritious recipe that comes together in just 15 minutes. Made with protein-packed chickpeas, fragrant garlic, nutty tahini, and a zesty splash of lemon juice, this velvety dip offers a perfect balance of flavor and texture. Enhanced with a hint of cumin and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, this homemade houmous is lighter on sodium without compromising on taste. Garnished with a sprinkle of paprika and fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, it’s perfect served with crunchy vegetables or warm whole-grain pita bread. Refreshingly simple and packed with heart-healthy ingredients, this recipe is a go-to for guilt-free snacking, meal prep, or entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) Chickpeas
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Tahini
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley
Instructions
Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly under cold running water to reduce the sodium content. Set aside 2 tablespoons of chickpeas for garnish, if desired.
In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, and garlic clove. Blend the ingredients until they begin to form a thick paste.
Scrape down the sides of the food processor bowl and add the extra virgin olive oil, cold water, ground cumin, and salt. Continue to blend until the houmous is smooth and creamy.
If the mixture is too thick for your liking, add additional cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste the houmous and adjust the seasoning with more lemon juice or salt if needed.
Transfer the houmous to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with the reserved chickpeas, a pinch of paprika, and a drizzle of olive oil.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve with sliced vegetables like cucumbers, bell peppers, and carrots, or whole-grain pita bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
398 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.8 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 638 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2367 mg | 182% | |
| Iron | 10717.2 mg | 59540% | |
| Potassium | 359 mg | 8% | |
*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.
