Cilantro - you either love it or hate it. But, if you love it, then this hummus recipe is for you! The smooth consistency of hummus is met with a sweet, pungent lemon flavor with a cilantro twist.
What You'll Need
- 1 (16 ounces) can of chickpeas or garbanzo beans
- 1/4 cup liquid from the can of chickpeas
- 3 to 5 tablespoons
- lemon juice (depending on taste)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons
- tahini
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cilantro, finely chopped
How to Make It
- Drain chickpeas and set aside liquid from the can.
- Combine remaining ingredients in blender or food processor. Add 1/4 cup of liquid from chickpeas. Blend for 3 to 5 minutes on low until thoroughly mixed and smooth.
- Place in serving bowl, and create a shallow well in the center of the hummus. Add a small amount (1 to 2 tablespoons) of olive oil in the well.
- Garnish with extra cilantro (optional). Serve immediately with fresh, warm or toasted pita bread, or cover and refrigerate.
Nutritional Guidelines (per serving) | |
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Calories | 296 |
Total Fat | 10 g |
Saturated Fat | 1 g |
Unsaturated Fat | 5 g |
Cholesterol | 0 mg |
Sodium | 138 mg |
Carbohydrates | 42 g |
Dietary Fiber | 8 g |
Protein | 13 g |
(The nutrition information on our recipes is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. Individual results may vary.)