Heart-Healthy Classic Hummus

Creamy, flavorful, and irresistibly smooth, this Heart-Healthy Classic Hummus is the perfect nutritious dip for your next snack or gathering. Made with wholesome ingredients like protein-packed canned chickpeas, nutty tahini, heart-healthy olive oil, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, this recipe comes together in just 10 minutes—no cooking required! A hint of garlic and a dash of cumin add depth, while optional garnishes like paprika and parsley brighten up the presentation. Ideal as a veggie dip, spread for wraps, or side for whole-grain pita, this versatile hummus is a low-sodium, high-fiber addition to any heart-smart diet. Taste the goodness in every bite and elevate your snacks with this guilt-free classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 15 ounce can (drained and rinsed) canned chickpeas
• 0.25 cup tahini
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 ounces (4 tablespoons) cold water
• 0.25 teaspoon (optional, for garnish) ground paprika
• 1 tablespoon chopped (optional, for garnish) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by draining and rinsing the canned chickpeas under cold water to help reduce additional sodium.

Step 2

2. In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic cloves, ground cumin, and salt.

Step 3

3. Blend the mixture until it becomes smooth, pausing to scrape down the sides as necessary.

Step 4

4. Gradually add the cold water to the food processor while blending until you achieve a creamy consistency.

Step 5

5. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more lemon juice or a pinch of salt to balance flavors.

Step 6

6. Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl.

Step 7

7. Drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of paprika and some chopped fresh parsley for garnish, if using.

Step 8

8. Serve the hummus with fresh vegetable sticks, whole-grain pita bread, or use as a healthy spread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(803.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1055.6

Total Fat 71.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2500.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.4g	0%
Total Sugars 11.5g
Protein 32.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4834.4mg	0%
Iron 21434.9mg	0%
Potassium 1111.3mg	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: 59.3%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 28.9%