Creamy & Spicy Garlic Hummus (without tahini)
Ready in about 5 minutes, this simple and delicious spicy garlic hummus without tahini is sure to become a new favorite. Simply add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
It has a nice spicy kick with raw garlic and is incredibly healthy & beneficial. It is also vegan & gluten-free.
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What you’ll love about this recipe:
Traditionally, hummus is made with tahini. However, not everyone is a big fan of the taste of it. So this hummus recipe is without any tahini!
Ingredients
- garbanzo beans — aka chickpeas
- garlic cloves
- extra virgin olive oil — use the good stuff! You’ll notice the difference!
- fresh juice from half of a lemon
- sea salt
- Primal Palate Super Gyro Seasoning — can substitute with favorite Greek or Italian seasoning if desired. But this blend is soooo good!
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
Tools you’ll need
Here’s what you’ll need to make this recipe:
Instructions
Drain can of garbanzo beans and add to blender.
Peel garlic cloves and squeeze juice of half of lemon.
Add all remaining ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
Serve and enjoy!
Tips
A huge flavor enhancer to this garlic hummus recipe, is the use of good quality extra virgin olive oil. It truly makes all the difference.
Since there is so much fraudulent olive oil (I know, right?!).. I always want to make sure that I source my olive oil from a place that is certified.
We love the Jovial brand of olive oil. There’s also some great options at Supermarket Italy.
What to do with Garlic Hummus
There are so many different things that can hummus can be served with. One of my favorites is for a quick, tasty and savory breakfast.
I will make toast or serve over my favorite multigrain bread. I then top it with capers, mini tomatoes, Kalamata & green olives, fresh basil and sometimes a salad mix if I have it on hand. Then, I’ll sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Oh, so yummy!
Here are a few more ideas for serving hummus:
- Make a delicious flatbread pizza with hummus
- Add as a base to a Mediterranean style breakfast wrap
- Enjoy as a dip for veggies
- Replace the mayo in deviled eggs with garlic hummus
- Use as a sandwich spread
- Serve with your favorite grain bowl
- Enjoy with crackers, pita chips, or tortilla chips
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How to Store Fresh Hummus
Fresh homemade hummus can be stored in the refrigerator for about 4-5 days. It should be in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
And fresh hummus can even be stored in the freezer for several months. Again, you’d want to use an airtight, freezer safe container. Just stick the frozen container in the fridge the day before to thaw.
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Spicy Garlic Hummus
Ingredients
- 15 oz garbanzo beans canned
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ cup olive oil extra virgin
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice use fresh lemon juice, not bottled
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon Primal Palate Super Gyro Seasoning see note below
Instructions
- Drain can of garbanzo beans / chickpeas and add to blender.
- Peel garlic cloves and squeeze juice of half of lemon (about 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice).
- Add all remaining ingredients to a food processor or blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
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