Hummus

Total: 12 hr 15 Min. | Active: 15 Min.

vegan, lactose-free, gluten-free

Nutritional value / people: 359 kcal
, Fat: 18 g
, Carbohydrate: 28 g
, Protein: 16 g

In many Oriental countries, this dip made of pureed chickpeas and sesame paste is considered a national dish and has also become an integral part of international cuisine. Hummus not only tastes great but it is also high in protein and fibre. What's more, it is very easy to make at home. There are little tricks for getting it wonderfully creamy. Here's a recipe for classic hummus and two variations with beetroot and avocado.

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4 people

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Chickpeas

200g dried chickpeas

1litre water, boiling

Hummus

1tbsp lemon juice

2dl water, chilled

100g tahini

1tsp ground cumin

1 ½tsp salt

a little pepper

a little olive oil

½tsp paprika

½bunch flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped

50g pomegranate seeds

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Chickpeas

Place the chickpeas in a bowl, cover with cold water, leave to stand for approx. 12 hrs. or overnight. Drain the chickpeas, cook in boiling water for approx. 30 mins. until soft, drain, rinse with cold water.

Hummus

Puree the chickpeas finely with lemon juice, water, tahina, cumin, salt and pepper. Serve the hummus and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with paprika, parsley and pomegranate seeds.

Good to know

Tip:	To make other types of hummus, puree 100 g avocado or 100 g cooked beetroot with chickpeas and remaining ingredients.
That fits:	Flatbread.