UA Cooperative Extension

Fresh Garbanzo Hummus

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April 7, 2021

  • Yields: 10 Servings

Ingredients

1½ pounds garbanzos in pods

juice of 2 lemons

2 fresh garlic cloves

1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

1 tablespoon cumin seeds, toasted (see note)

½ bunch fresh cilantro 3

tablespoons tahini

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

salt to, taste

Directions

1. Wash hands well with soap and warm water. Wash produce well.

2. Shell the garbanzos and discard the pods (about 3 cups garbanzos).

3. Place them in a steamer over boiling water and cook for about 20 minutes until tender but not mushy.

4. Cool for 5 minutes.

5. Place the garbanzos in a food processor with 1/4 cup water, the lemon juice, garlic, cayenne, cumin seeds, cilantro, tahini and olive oil. Blend until smooth.

6. Adjust the seasoning to your preference with salt, garlic and cayenne.

7. Serve immediately.

Note: To toast the cumin seeds, place in a dry skillet over medium-low heat and cook for 1 or 2 minutes until fragrant.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size3 ounces
Calories340
Sodium36mg
Iron4mg
Protein15g
Cholesterol0mg
Sugar8g
Total Fat8g
Saturated Fat1g
Folate8mcg
Calcium68mg
Total Carbohydrates45g
Dietary Fiber9g