Low Fat Classic Houmous
Light, creamy, and bursting with zesty flavors, this Low Fat Classic Houmous is a guilt-free twist on a Mediterranean favorite. Made with protein-packed canned chickpeas, silky tahini, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of garlic and cumin, this recipe delivers all the bold flavors of traditional houmous with a fraction of the fat. The secret is aquafaba—the natural chickpea liquid—which adds velvety smoothness without the need for excess oil. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dip is perfect as a healthy snack with fresh veggies, a topping for hearty grain bowls, or a spread for sandwiches and wraps. Give your table a nutritional boost with this quick, low-fat houmous that doesn’t compromise on flavor!
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Ingredients
- 400 grams canned chickpeas
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons aquafaba (chickpea water)
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
Directions
Step 1
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas, reserving the aquafaba (the liquid from the can).
Step 2
In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, ground cumin, and salt.
Step 3
Add 3 tablespoons of reserved aquafaba and 2 tablespoons of water to the food processor.
Step 4
Blend the mixture for about 2-3 minutes until it is smooth and creamy.
Step 5
If the houmous is too thick, gradually add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Step 6
Taste the houmous and adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more salt or lemon juice.
Step 7
Transfer the houmous to a serving bowl, drizzle with a teaspoon of olive oil, and sprinkle with paprika.
Step 8
Serve the houmous with fresh vegetables, pita bread, or as a spread in sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (576.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 711.7 |
| Total Fat 38.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2386.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 69.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.3g | |
| Protein 24.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2486.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 10720.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 923.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories