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Basic Hummus

Yields14 ServingsPrep Time10 mins

 1 (15-ounce) can low-sodium garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
 ¼ cup water
 ¼ cup olive oil
 2 tablespoons tahini (optional)
 juice of half a lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
 2 fresh garlic cloves
 ¼ teaspoon black pepper
 salt, to taste
1

Wash hands with soap and warm water.

2

Combine all ingredients in blender and process.

3

Stop blender periodically and stir down sides.

4

Process until smooth.

5

Store in a container with a lid for up to five days.

6

Serve with bread, crackers, or sliced veggies.

Nutrition Facts

14 servings

Serving size

8

Amount per serving
Calories109
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 75g97%

Saturated Fat 1g5%
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 70mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 8g3%

Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 3g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.