We love hummus but its kind of spendy at the grocery store so we don't get it too often, but now we can have delicious hummus anytime we want it! Normally the hummus we buy at the store is about $4.50 per tub, but this probably costs less than a dollar to make. The chick peas are only 57 cents per can and we always have all the other ingredients on hand. That is quite the savings!
Simple Homemade Hummus (No Tahini)
Ingredients
1 (15 oz.) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
2 to 4 tbsp. water
2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp. lemon juice
1 garlic clove minced
3/4 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. sea salt
2 to 4 tbsp. water
2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp. lemon juice
1 garlic clove minced
3/4 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. sea salt
Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
Instructions
Add
the garbanzo beans, 2 tablespoons of water, the olive oil, lemon juice,
garlic, cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt to a food processor (or blender). Process/blend
until smooth and creamy. If needed, add additional water to thin out the
hummus and more salt to your liking. Sometimes I even add another splash of oil if needed.
Store tightly sealed in the refrigerator. Serve it with your favorite snacks, like crackers (wheat thins are my fav), chopped veggies (carrots or celery) or whatever you like for dipping.
Side note to my friends and family:
I don't normally share really personal things here on our blog, but this is important to know and you may want to be checked out too. Recently after a routine blood draw, it was brought to my attention by my doctor that I am drinking too much water (yeah, that happens) and also that I am malnourished! WHAT? Apparently these things can happen and you don't even know it. I will be 52 in August and I know your body is constantly changing as you get older but I was shocked to find out these new details about myself. It was a bit scary to tell you the truth. My doctor gave me pages of helpful information on diet and told me to add some different supplements to my daily diet as well. I go back in 3 months for another blood draw to determine if the added supplements are helping. I'll keep you posted on what I find out!
Are you Spring cleaning yet? Me too! Click on the links below for some of my best cleaning tips.
Cleaning an HE Washer with Household Products
Remove Hard Water Buildup Naturally
DIY Carpet Cleaning
Cleaning Your Hairbrush the Easy Way
Cleaning Your Oven
Cleaning Your Sink's Spray Nozzle
My Easy Way to Clean an Area Rug
Make Your Own Steam Mop Pads
THIS JUST IN: Did you know you could use COUPONS on Amazon? Me either, but look right here for all your favorites and start saving, you know I am! :)
It doesn't have to be done all at once. It is a slow process in the works! C-ya next time!
I'm Linking to:These lovely and FUN parties!
Between Naps on the Porch
The Dedicated House - (I was featured)
We like to make hummus as well. found you on tuesdays with a Twist link party
ReplyDeleteHi there! Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving a nice comment! :)
Delete