Back during the summer, my best friend and I had an evening together. Most of the time, we get together as couples. I don’t remember why it was just the two of us, but it’s what made the evening memorable. We ate homemade hummus (Bryan’s least favourite snack), chatted, and made an impulse decision to go to Dairy Queen at about 10:30pm. I was really impressed with her homemade hummus and ate way too much of it. I was even more surprised when she told me that it was very easy to make. (Put all of the ingredients in a blender, combine, and enjoy!)
The next day, I got a call saying that the hummus tasted even better the next day. The flavours had a chance to meld.
This recipe is my attempt to re-create T’s hummus. I made it based off my memory if the ingredients she told me to use. Adding a bit of this and that until it tasted right. I even took some of the finished product to work and allowed my co-workers to taste test. I’m thrilled to report they thought it was pretty good!
I like to serve hummus with vegetables (carrots, radishes, celery, etc.), but it’s also great with pita chips.
Hummus
Ingredients
- 1 x 540 mL can of chickpeas, ¾ of the liquid drained – approximate cost $1.25
- 5 tablespoons tahini – approximate cost $0.75
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice – approximate cost $0.50
- 4 cloves of garlic – approximate cost $0.40
- 1 teaspoon sea salt – approximate cost $0.10
Method
- Combine all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor.
- Process until chickpeas are smooth in texture.
- Pour into a serving bowl.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours so the flavours meld together.
- Serve with a side of fresh vegetables such a mini carrots, radishes, celery slices, green pepper slices, etc, and/or pita chips.
Makes 2 lunch-sized servings (approximate cost: $1.50 per serving) or 6 servings (approximate cost: $0.50 per serving) as a snack.
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Sophie33
/ February 21, 2013This is a simple hummus but I love to add in extra’s like sundried tomatoes or added chili peppers, finely diced or cumin or other spices to give it a kick!
Amber
/ March 22, 2013Oh, good idea Sophie! I’ll have to try that next time.
Vinny Grette
/ February 24, 2013Hummus and “anything” tastes great! My fave is made with pickled beets – color, flavor and lo-cal
Amber
/ March 22, 2013Mmmmm sounds like a great variation. I’d love to try that some time!
Robin
/ February 28, 2013Hummus is on my short list of things to try. I don’t know what is about it but I have always avoided it. I’m following you via Pintrest. I host Fluster Creative Muster Party on Wednesdays and I would love it if you would come by and party with us. Hope to see you there!
Hugs, Smiles, and Blessings,
Robin
Fluster Buster
Amber
/ March 22, 2013Thanks Robin! I will check it out!