Chickpea Appetizer Hummus Habb

Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant and creamy Chickpea Appetizer Hummus Habb! This quick and easy recipe combines pantry staples like canned chickpeas, tahini, and a touch of ground cumin, blended to silky perfection with a bit of ice water for an irresistibly smooth texture. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a hint of paprika add a zesty and smoky depth, while the optional garnish of juicy pomegranate seeds provides a pop of color and sweetness that’s simply irresistible. Ready in just 10 minutes, this Middle Eastern-inspired hummus is perfect for dipping flatbread or crisp veggie sticks. Whether served at a casual gathering or as a nutritious snack, this homemade hummus is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz canned chickpeas
• 3 tbsp tahini
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 garlic clove
• 0.5 tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp paprika powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 3 tbsp ice water
• 2 tbsp parsley (for garnish)
• 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 0 flatbread or veggie sticks (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic clove, ground cumin, paprika, and salt.

Step 3

Blend the mixture on high speed, scraping down the sides of the processor as necessary.

Step 4

While blending, drizzle in the ice water one tablespoon at a time until the hummus has a creamy, smooth consistency. You may not need all 3 tablespoons.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasonings as desired (add a pinch more salt, lemon juice, or cumin for balance).

Step 6

Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and use the back of a spoon to create a swirl in the surface.

Step 7

Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, chopped parsley, and optional pomegranate seeds for a burst of sweetness and color.

Step 8

Serve immediately with flatbread or veggie sticks, or refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(658.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1109.4

Total Fat 64.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2673.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.6g	0%
Total Sugars 17.3g
Protein 33.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3660.1mg	0%
Iron 16078.0mg	0%
Potassium 1096.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.6%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 37.7%