Print

Fresh Hummus with Veggies

fresh hummus with veggies - featured image
Print Recipe

A quick and easy homemade hummus paired with fresh veggies, perfect as a healthy snack or light meal. This recipe is creamy, flavorful, and great for weight loss and gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt to taste (start with 1/2 teaspoon)
  • 2–3 tablespoons cold water
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup carrot sticks
  • 1 cup cucumber slices
  • 1 cup bell pepper strips (red, yellow, or orange)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (optional)
  • Celery sticks or snap peas (optional alternatives)

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water. Set aside.
  2. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, and salt. Pulse a few times to start breaking down the chickpeas.
  3. With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil. Then add cold water tablespoon by tablespoon until the mixture reaches a creamy, spreadable consistency.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning by adding extra salt, lemon juice, or garlic as needed. For a smoky twist, sprinkle a pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper and pulse briefly to mix.
  5. Wash and cut the carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, and other veggies into sticks or bite-sized pieces. Keep them crisp by soaking in cold water if prepping ahead.
  6. Spoon the fresh hummus into a serving bowl. Drizzle with a little olive oil on top and sprinkle with paprika or chopped fresh parsley if desired. Arrange the colorful veggies around the bowl.

Notes

Rinse canned chickpeas to remove tinny taste. For smoother hummus, peel chickpeas if desired. Add cold water gradually to control texture. Use good quality extra virgin olive oil for best flavor. Roasting garlic can mellow its flavor. Store hummus in airtight container in fridge up to 4 days. Veggies can be pre-cut and stored in cold water for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Keywords: hummus, fresh veggies, healthy snack, weight loss, easy recipe, homemade hummus, vegan, gluten-free

Find it online: https://lucastable.com/fresh-hummus-with-veggies-recipe-easy-homemade-snack-for-weight-loss/