Utilizing Meat In Your Recipes

Three Delicious Hummus Recipes To Make For Your Next Party

by Levi Ortiz

Hummus has all of the flavor and body of your favorite dips, but it is so much lower in fat and calories than anything made with sour cream or cheese as a base. You can dip anything from carrots to crackers into hummus, satisfying that craving for crunchy and creamy foods. The next time you host a party, try making one or more of these hummus recipes to serve your guests. They'll be delighted to have a healthy option, and their taste buds will thank you as well!

Red Pepper Hummus

This hummus has just a hint of spice, plus plenty of rich red pepper flavor. Its orange-red color makes it look festive on a plate!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 jarred roasted red pepper, drained
  • the juice of one lemon
  • a pinch of salt

Combine all of the ingredients above in a food processor. Pulse the food processor a few times to start the grinding process, and then let it grind until the hummus has a smooth consistency. Scrape the sides down, grind for a few seconds longer, and then scoop your hummus into a bowl to serve.

Three-Herb and Onion Hummus

Fresh herbs not only give this hummus plenty of flavor, but also add little specks of green, adding to its visual appeal.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained
  • 1/2 of a medium onion
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, plus an additional tablespoon for sauteeing the onion
  • a pinch of salt
  • the juice of one lemon
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil​​

Slice the onion thinly, and place it in a skillet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Cook over medium heat until caramelized. Let cool to room temperature.

Combine the cooked onion, chickpeas, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, and salt in the food processor. Pulse a few times, and then grind until smooth. Scoop the hummus into a bowl, and then stir in the fresh herbs before serving.

Garlic and Tomato Hummus

Sundried tomatoes add a hint of sweetness to this delectable garlic hummus.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • the juice of one lemon
  • 1/4 cup sundried tomatoes, chopped roughly
  • a pinch of salt
  • 2 good grinds of black pepper

Place all of the ingredients except for the tomatoes in the food processor. Pulse a few times, and then grind until smooth. Add the tomatoes, and pulse a few times just until they are chopped finely. Scoop the hummus into a bowl, and enjoy! 

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