Basic Hummus

brendalyne

I used to make hummus for my vegetarian son, but stopped when he moved out (about 8 years ago)! I decided tonight that it was time to making my own once start again!

Basic Hummus:

1 (15 oz) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed and drained
1/2 cup plain fat-free yogurt (I used greek yogurt)
2 T. lemon juice
3 garlic cloves crushed
2 tsp olive oil
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper

I also added 1 oz of roasted red peppers (from a jar) to this batch - but it's optional.

In a food processor or blender, puree all the ingredients until blended. You will need to push it down and pulse several times, but the end result will still be a little bit chunky..

Makes approximately 6 servings - 1/4 cup each for only 62 calories per serving.

I think I'll try adding some spinach in place of the roasted red peppers next time around. Does anyone have other suggestions for "add-ins" to home-made hummus?

ari_27

ahhh I need to try this since I'm basically obsessed with hummus...best thing ever

hozik

Other possible add ins I like include: tahini, sundried tomatoes, chili peppers, feta, olives, parsley, roasted garlic(yes, more garlic!)

afries0907

fire roasted tomatoes--suggested by a friend. I have always wanted to try hummus but was always curious of what exactly it tasted like, guess i won't find out until i actually try it!

brendalyne

I was thinking of adding spinach too. I tried a spinach & artichoke hummus from the store and it was very good, but I think homemade would be even better!

There are so many possibilities! Thank you for the suggestions.

GinaC211

bump

hozik

Roasted eggplant is a nice low calorie addition, too

jane77

have you ever try dryed beans so theres less salt? And about how lomg does this stay fresh? Thanks

Heather75

Caramelised onions are nice in hummus.

LadyOfOceanBreeze

you have inspired me! i am going to soak and cook up a whole batch of chickpeas myself instead of using the canned type:) add your own amount of spices instead of salt as they cook, cumin, red pepper, paprika & touch of turmeric

LadyOfOceanBreeze

in a good fridge it'll keep for a week or so. haven't tried a big batch yet, wonder if it'll freeze well, anybody?

toots99

Mmmm, sounds good with sundried tomatoes!

Rockstar_rabbit

Green olives added makes hummus awesome too!

kittyloo123

i have made hummus a million times, and to cut the calories i use the garbonzo bean juice instead of the olive oil.

This is my recipe for the basic.
Canned garbonzos, rinsed
juice of 1 lemon
1-2 tbs. tahini (sesame seed paste)
minced garlic to taste
kosher salt.
Process in the blender, adding the bean juice until it's the consistency that you like.

blackhawkgirl91

sounds delish!

kittyloo123

freezes fine. i have some in my freezer now.

brendalyne

The original recipe called for salt. I omitted it. I also found out that the garlic is REALLY coming through very strongly the longer is sits - which my husband loves - but next time I'll make a batch for me with LESS garlic. And now I'm inspired to try some additional "add-ins". Thanks all!

brendalyne

Also good to know I can freeze it. I was wondering about that too.

kittyloo123

just as a added note, it will not be as smooth with soaked cooked garbonzoes. It works best with the canned.