If you’re new to hummus and wondering, “what exactly is hummus?”, then you are in for a real treat.
Mediterranean and Middle Eastern populations have been consuming good-quality olive oil and tahini for thousands of years. This is the type of diet which also frequently includes other hummus ingredients like beans, lemon, and garlic and has been shown to be very anti-inflammatory, and we know that inflammation is the root cause of many chronic disease.
These ingredients have been known to help to lower cholesterol and triglycerides levels, to reduce symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, and to lessen the chance of developing Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
When you look at hummus nutrition facts, you will see that it is loaded with nutrients.
The whole-food, unprocessed, plant-based ingredients used in hummus make it an excellent choice to include in your meals for these reasons.
Now that you have a little more background on this tasty snack, here are two delicious recipes to help you make your own healthy snacks at home. Enjoy!
Traditional Greek Hummus
Ingredients
• 1 Can Chickpeas, drained
• 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 tsp. Garlic paste
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
Directions:
Using a mortar and pestle kit, combine all in ingredients and ground until the desired consistency is achieved. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
Ingredients
• 1 Can Chickpeas, drained
• 1/2 Cup Red Peppers, roasted
• 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 tsp. Garlic paste
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place two whole red peppers on baking sheet and cook until the skin begins to separate. Remove red peppers and place in medium-size bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let peppers rest for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, peel skin and remove seeds. Using a mortar and pestle kit, combine all in ingredients and ground until the desired consistency is achieved. Add salt and pepper to taste.
