Recipe of the Month: Celebrating International Hummus Day

In celebration of International Hummus Day (May 13, 2024) we are honouring the amazing chickpea (also called garbanzo beans).  

Chickpeas are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. They are also high in protein, making them an excellent option for vegan and vegetarian dishes. One can of ready-to-use chickpeas usually costs under $2.00, and a bag of dried chickpeas (enough for several meals) is around $3.00.

 So Simple Hummus

(from the Eat Well Cookbook by Campus Wellness)

You’ll need a small blender (or Magic Bullet), a hand blender, a food processor or a potato masher in order to make it smooth. Tahini is ground sesame seed paste and is what gives hummus its characteristic flavour. You usually find it in the international aisle of the supermarket. You can also substitute olive oil or peanut butter.

Prep time: 10 minutes, Cook time: None

Ingredients | Makes 4 servings.

• 250 ml / 1 cup/ can Drained, rinsed, chickpeas.
• 15 ml / 1 tbsp Tahini
• 2.5 ml / ½ tsp Salt
• 15 ml / 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 45 - 60 ml / 3 – 4 tbsp Water (can also use olive oil)
• 1 Small clove garlic, crushed, or minced.
• A few drops of Hot pepper sauce or pinch cayenne

Instructions

1. Put all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth, adding a little more water if needed.
2. If you use a potato masher the hummus won’t be as creamy, but it will still taste great.
3. Serve hummus with raw veggies, pita bread, whole grain flatbread, crackers, or pretzel chips.