LEMON, SESAME, AND GARLIC HUMMUS

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Serve this hummus with rice crackers or fresh veggie slices for a healthy snack. For a light lunch, stuff in pita bread with baby spinach leaves. For a zesty, enticing dip, puree guacamole into the mixture.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes about 3 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 to 3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white sesame seeds, toasted
2 tablespoons tahini
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans, drained, liquid reserved
1 tablespoon orange peel, minced
Salt and white pepper, to taste
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon peel, minced

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, combine garlic, olive oil, sesame seeds, tahini, lemon juice, and garbanzo beans (reserve about a tablespoon of beans for garnish). Blend, adding reserved garbanzo-bean liquid if needed until hummus reaches desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer the mixture to a medium serving bowl. Garnish in the middle with reserved garbanzo beans. Sprinkle orange and lemon peel around the beans. Chill in the refrigerator, tightly covered, until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g

Michael Atherton
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This hummus is the best I've ever had.


Joaruiz
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This hummus is a keeper!


Abdul Qadar
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I'm definitely going to be making this hummus again.


cyrus spivey
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This hummus is a great way to get your kids to eat more chickpeas.


Shaun De mink
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I would recommend this hummus to anyone who loves lemon and sesame flavors.


Judy Giard
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Overall, I thought this hummus was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Elroe Samuel
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This hummus was a bit too thick for my liking. I had to add some extra olive oil to thin it out.


Md Javed
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I found this hummus to be a bit bland. I had to add some extra spices to give it some flavor.


Fredrick Benfield
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This hummus is a little too lemony for my taste.


Trippie Joe
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I've made this hummus several times and it always turns out perfect.


Jude Anguria
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This hummus is a great healthy snack or appetizer.


Abdul Aziz Zaor
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in my house.


SK SJIB KOMUR RAJ
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This hummus is perfect for dipping veggies, crackers, or pita bread.


Ziyanda Xulu
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I love the addition of lemon and sesame seeds to this hummus. It gives it a really unique flavor.


LAURA TENNEY
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This hummus is so easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover chickpeas.


ekse DJ Liam SA 2.0
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I'm not a big fan of hummus, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and addictive.


L R
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I made this hummus for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Nuhuul Alam
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This hummus is amazing! The flavors of lemon, sesame, and garlic are perfectly balanced. I love the creamy texture too.