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Hummus (from a can)

I usually make this recipe, though making it from dried beans is better. The process is the same after they are soaked.
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine Mediterranean
Prep Time 1 day 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 day 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 185kcal
Cost $3

Ingredients

  • 15.5 oz Garbanzo Beans 1 Can (Chickpeas are the same)
  • 2 each Garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • 2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt more as needed
  • ¼ cup lemon juice

Instructions

  • Drain and rinse the Garbanzo, add garlic, baking soda, and enough water to cover by a half-inch. Simmer till soft. About 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Drain and rinse Garbanzo beans and garlic.
  • Blend in a food processor for 3 mins, stopping twice to scrape down the sides.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients, except water. process for 7 minutes.
  • While still running, add 3 to 3 tablespoon of cold water.

Notes

Sometimes I'll add ¼ to ½ teaspoon of ground cumin

Nutrition

Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 386mg | Potassium: 282mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg