Chickpeas are good and good for you! Packing tons of protein and fiber, these delicious little nuggets will keep you full while not filling you up on the not-so-good stuff. Better yet, transform those chickpeas into hummus for a quick, healthy snack. While some say hummus can cut your risk of cancer by 50%, we just think it’s plain yummy. Below are 5 easy hummus recipes to help celebrate this wonderful superfood:
Classic Hummus Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 can chickpeas
- ⅓ cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
Directions:
- Rinse and drain canned beans.
- Combine all ingredients in food processor and blend until smooth.
Greek Hummus Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 can chickpeas
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon
Directions:
- Rinse and drain canned beans.
- Combine all ingredients in food processor and blend until smooth.
Guaca-Hummus Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 can chickpeas
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 jalapeno
- ¼ cup cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
Directions:
- Rinse and drain canned beans.
- Combine all ingredients in food processor and blend until smooth.
Tunisian Hummus Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 can chickpeas
- ⅓ cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons harissa paste
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon lemon zest
Directions:
- Rinse and drain canned beans.
- Combine all ingredients in food processor and blend until smooth.
Ranch Hummus Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 can chickpeas
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
Directions:
- Rinse and drain canned beans.
- Combine all ingredients in food processor and blend until smooth.
All of these recipes only call for 5 ingredients so prep time is minimal. Celebrate the chickpea in all its glory with one of these 5 easy hummus recipes. Don’t forget to let us know which one is your favorite! You can find these and other great appetizers here in our recipes section.
