HummusThis is a very basic and easy Hummus recipe.  If you want to make it more interesting, add your own spin by combining any of the following ingredients:

chopped cilantro

chopped jalapeno

chopped chipotle chiles

chopped parsley

chopped roasted bell peppers

Zaatar (spice mixture)

 

For video click here: How to Make Hummus

 

 

Ingredients:

2 cups of cooked garbanzo beans

3 garlic cloves, peeled

1/2 tsp salt

1/3 cup tahini (sesame paste)

juice of 1 lemon

1/4 to 1/2 cup of water, if needed

small diced tomato, for garnish

 

Directions:

1.  Place all ingredients, except for the tomato, into a food processor and mix until creamy.  If needed, gradually add water.  It should be a smooth, not-to-thick consistency.

2. Garnish with diced tomato and some olive oil.   Serve with baby carrots, cucumber sticks or baked pita chips.