Ingredients
– 1 cup cooked chickpeas (or canned, drained and rinsed)
– 1 cup grated carrots (fresh)
– ¼ cup tahini
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons lemon juice
– 1 clove garlic (minced)
– ½ teaspoon ground cumin
– ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– Water (as needed for consistency)
– Optional garnishes: sesame seeds, chopped parsley, or carrot sticks
Instructions
Making Carrot Patch Hummus is straightforward. Follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients for quick access.
2. Blend Chickpeas: In a food processor, add the cooked chickpeas and pulse until coarsely blended.
3. Add Carrots: Add the grated carrots to the food processor and blend until smooth.
4. Incorporate Tahini and Olive Oil: Add tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the mixture.
5. Blend Until Smooth: Continue to blend until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
6. Adjust Consistency: Add water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
7. Taste and Adjust: Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
8. Serve: Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and smooth the top with a spatula.
9. Garnish: If desired, sprinkle sesame seeds or chopped parsley on top for added flair.
10. Enjoy: Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
These steps will guide you in creating a fabulous Carrot Patch Hummus that everyone will enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 5g