Basil Hummus without tahini
This simple hummus recipe doesn't require the use of tahini and it is dressed with a fresh basil sauce.
Servings: 2 people
Ingredients
For the Hummus
- 380 g chickpeas rinsed and drained *
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp water
- ¼ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp salt
For the Basil Sauce
- 3 tbsp hummus
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 10 leaves of basil
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a blender and mix until smooth.
- Scoop out the blender the ready hummus into a bowl apart from three tablespoons.
- Add into the blender the olive oil, lemon juice and basil leaves and blend until smooth.
- Top the hummus with the basil sauce and olive oil.
- Enjoy as a dip with taco chips and fresh vegetables such as carrots, cucumbers and bell peppers.
Notes
*Both canned of dried chickpeas can be used. If you use dried chickpeas, let them soak first overnight and then cook them in water for about an hour. You might need to add a couple of tablespoons of water more to achieve the right creaminess.