Quick and Classic Hummus

Recently, I have been infatuated with hummus, I have been eating hummus almost every time I want a snack with carrots, celery, peppers, pita chips, or crackers.  It is the most additive dip that I have encountered, and I have reached the point where I can whip up hummus in three minutes flat.  I gave my homemade hummus to a few visitors a couple weeks ago, and they absolutely engulfed it while they questioned how I whipped it up so quickly.  After reading this post on my hummus recipe, you may become addicted too!

Lucky for me and my visitors, hummus is very healthy.  The primary ingredient is garbanzo beans, which are also known as chickpeas, and they are packed full of protein and fiber.  The foods that give hummus its flavor, lemon and garlic, are filled with antioxidants.  Aside from the fact that hummus is healthy on its own, it tastes delicious with vegetables.  I can proudly say that I am now eating my vegetables because I want to eat them, not because I think I should eat them. 

To make hummus, you will need:

• 1 can of garbanzo beans / chickpeas
• 1/4 cup of chicken broth
• 1 juiced lemon
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 2 Tbsp sesame seeds (or tahini)
• Cayenne pepper to taste

Make hummus in three easy steps:

1. Throw all of the ingredients into the blender.  Don't bother chopping anything up.

2. Blend until smooth.

3. Spoon hummus into bowl.  For presentation points, sprinkle some additional paprika and sesame seeds on top.

That's it!  Just grab your favorite vegetable or chip, and enjoy how delicious a healthy dip can be.