Hummus is one of the tastiest dips ever and it also has some pretty amazing health benefits. It is made with chickpeas, which is abundant in protein and B vitamins. It also contains dietary fiber and it has the capacity to strengthen the immunity and cleanse the gut. What’s more, it is extremely easy for preparation and you only need 5 easily affordable ingredients.
The Healing Properties of Hummus
- It lowers cravings
- Balances the blood sugar levels
- It increases the energy levels
- It can help you lose weight
- Regulates the cholesterol levels
- Chickpea minimize the risk of cancer
- it is a healthy replacement for unhealthy spreads
- It can be eaten as a dip, but it can be added to various salads, dips, and snacks
- It can fight off cancer
The Easiest Recipe for Hummus
You will need:
15 oz. of chickpeas
A garlic clove
A lemon
¼ cup of tahini
3 tsp of kosher salt
For the garnish:
Cilantro leaves, fresh
Paprika
Preparation:
Boil then simmer the chickpeas for 90 minutes and rain them into a measuring cup. Preserve the liquid for later. Next, peel the garlic and then juice the lemon. Put the garlic in food processor and process it for several minutes and then add the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, kosher salt, and the preserved liquid from earlier. Puree the ingredients for a minute or until you get a creamy texture. Transfer it in a proper container and keep it in the fridge for 7 to 10 days tops.
When serving the hummus, sprinkle it with some paprika powder and cilantro leaves.