LEMON, SESAME, AND GARLIC HUMMUS

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Serve this hummus with rice crackers or fresh veggie slices for a healthy snack. For a light lunch, stuff in pita bread with baby spinach leaves. For a zesty, enticing dip, puree guacamole into the mixture.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes about 3 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 to 3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white sesame seeds, toasted
2 tablespoons tahini
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans, drained, liquid reserved
1 tablespoon orange peel, minced
Salt and white pepper, to taste
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon peel, minced

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, combine garlic, olive oil, sesame seeds, tahini, lemon juice, and garbanzo beans (reserve about a tablespoon of beans for garnish). Blend, adding reserved garbanzo-bean liquid if needed until hummus reaches desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer the mixture to a medium serving bowl. Garnish in the middle with reserved garbanzo beans. Sprinkle orange and lemon peel around the beans. Chill in the refrigerator, tightly covered, until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g

Joel Chauca
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This hummus is a must-try for any hummus lover.


Mike Kight
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I'm not a big fan of hummus, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Ivy Wanjugu Githinji
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This hummus is the perfect party food. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.


Mansoor Rahat
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This hummus is so addictive! I can't stop eating it.


Saim Willson
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I love the bright, citrusy flavor of this hummus.


Daniyal Storay
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This hummus is a great way to get kids to eat more vegetables.


Mariam Jaan
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I made this hummus ahead of time and it kept well in the refrigerator for a week.


Gogaan Shihab
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This hummus is also great as a sandwich spread.


Andy
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I added a little bit of cayenne pepper to this hummus for a spicy kick.


paul auma
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I like to serve this hummus with pita bread, vegetables, and crackers.


Kurthum Suleiman
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This hummus is a great way to use up leftover tahini.


bea ubaldo
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I love that this hummus is made with all natural ingredients. I feel good about serving it to my family and friends.


Rose Suwa
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This hummus is so easy to make. I had it ready in less than 30 minutes.


Elva Jaramillo
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I made this hummus for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor and texture.


mariam Safwat
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This hummus is a great appetizer or snack. It's also a healthy and delicious way to add more vegetables to your diet.


Mix tv
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I love the unique flavor of this hummus. It's so much more interesting than the traditional hummus recipes I'm used to.


Purnaraj Awasthi
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This hummus is amazing! The lemon, sesame, and garlic flavors are perfectly balanced, and the texture is smooth and creamy. I will definitely be making this again and again.