HEAVENLY HUMMUS

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I love hummus and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. I like to spread it on pita triangles and top with cucumber, chopped kalamata olives, and feta. I think the homemade tahini paste makes it much better.

Provided by Alskann

Categories     Spreads

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups canned chick-peas, liquid reserved (garbanzo beans)
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 garlic cloves
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
4 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup tepid water

Steps:

  • In a food processor, puree the chickpees, tahini, 3 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice and garlic until smooth, adding a little of the reserved liquid if the mixture seems too thick; It will be slightly grainy.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer to a shallow bowl or plate.
  • Combine the paprika and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, drizzle the mixture over the top, and garnish with chipped parsley, if desired.
  • Serve with pita bread triangles (I like "Recipe #179799" with parmesan cheese), cucumbers, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped kalamata olives. Chopped sun-dried tomatoes are a good addition also.
  • *HOMEMADE TAHINI PASTE:.
  • 4 tablespoons sesame seeds.
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • 1/2 cup tepid water.
  • Blend sesame seeds in a blender and grind until smooth.
  • Add sesame oil, salt, and then slowly add 1/4 cup of water while blending.
  • Blend until completely smooth.
  • Makes 1 cup tahini paste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.1, Fat 12, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 326.1, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 0.2, Protein 3.9

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