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Snack meals are all the time essential at our home. With 6 children (and loads of neighbor children over on a regular basis), I’m all the time on the lookout for wholesome recipes that may feed a crowd. This roasted garlic hummus recipe blends collectively roasted garlic cloves and sundried tomatoes with creamy hummus. We like it as a dip or dressing!
Homemade Roasted Garlic Hummus
Many of us have already tried this common Middle Eastern dish earlier than. But if all you’ve ever had is the store-bought model, home made tastes method higher! Hummus is of course dairy and gluten-free plus it’s excessive in fiber and protein.
This recipe is a spin on my roasted crimson pepper hummus however with a garlic taste twist. The creamy roasted garlic combines with the sesame seed tahini, recent lemon juice, and chickpeas. I really like the garlicky taste, however it isn’t overpowering. Raw garlic is far more pungent, however roasting a head of garlic brings out the pure sugars.
How to Eat Homemade Hummus
This is the enjoyable half! While this Mediterranean appetizer is usually served with pita chips and pita bread it really works simply as nicely with veggies. I prefer to dip crimson peppers and cucumber slices into mine. Celery, carrots, and radishes are a couple of extra choices. Or if you happen to actually desire a chip, attempt pairing it with some home made tortilla chips.
You may also add somewhat water to skinny and use hummus as a salad dressing. It works nicely with recipes like this avocado BLT salad or this pesto rooster salad.
Toppings
The good factor about hummus is you’ll be able to customise the flavour nonetheless you need. And after you have your home made hummus base, you’ll be able to add your favourite toppings. Try some chopped parsley or pine nuts for garnish. For somewhat extra taste, attempt sumac, paprika, and even cayenne pepper.
Try topping the hummus with chopped recent basil for a Caprese-style hummus. I additionally prefer to drizzle the highest with high-quality olive oil and a beneficiant sprinkle of salt.
Roasting Garlic And Tomatoes
Making your personal roasted garlic is tremendous straightforward and it’s so stuffed with taste. Once I found find out how to make roasted garlic I began utilizing it in every thing! Start by reducing the highest off of a complete head of garlic. Put your recent garlic on a baking sheet, then drizzle with further virgin olive oil. Pop this right into a 400-degree oven and roast till the garlic is fork tender. I give extra detailed instructions right here.
Sundried tomatoes from the shop or home made each work on this recipe. If you don’t have any available, right here’s a sooner solution to make some. To make your personal “sundried” tomatoes slice cherry tomatoes in half, sprinkle them with sea salt, and dry them in a 225°F oven for a couple of hours.
Prepping the Beans
I usually make my very own beans from dried because it’s cheaper and I’m in additional management of the method. You can use store-bought canned chickpeas or garbanzo beans on this roasted garlic hummus although. If utilizing dried chickpeas, it really works greatest to cook dinner the beans in a single day or the day earlier than so that they’re prepared for the subsequent day.
Hummus Making Tips
I take advantage of ice water right here as a result of it helps make the hummus even creamier. If you’ve got the time, peeling the beans first makes a fair smoother hummus. It’s simpler than it sounds! Simply place the cooked chickpeas in heat water and a few baking soda to soak for a minute. Then gently rub the skins off along with your fingers.
If your hummus remains to be somewhat chunky after mixing, simply maintain mixing some extra. This (together with the ice water) helps whip air into the combination to make it creamy and fluffy.
Sundried Tomato and Roasted Garlic Hummus Recipe
Use these plentiful summertime tomatoes and home-roasted garlic to make this flavorful hummus recipe.
Servings
Instructions
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In a blender or meals processor, mix the roasted garlic, sundried tomatoes, lemon juice, and salt.
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Add the tahini and mix till it’s thick and easy.
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Add the ice chilly water whereas the blender/meals processor is operating and proceed to mix till the tahini is light-colored and fluffy.
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Add the cooked chickpeas and cumin to the blender/meals processor and mix till easy.
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While operating, drizzle within the olive oil till mixed.
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Refrigerate or serve instantly.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Sundried Tomato and Roasted Garlic Hummus Recipe
Amount Per Serving (0.25 cup)
Calories 80
Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat 5g8%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Sodium 173mg8%
Potassium 187mg5%
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 40IU1%
Vitamin C 3mg4%
Calcium 23mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are primarily based on a 2000 calorie weight-reduction plan.
Notes
- Store any leftovers in an hermetic container within the fridge
- You may also freeze leftovers for as much as a number of months. Thaw within the fridge in a single day and stir earlier than serving.
What’s your favourite solution to eat hummus? What do you prefer to dip in it? Leave a remark and share under!