This is the traditional recipe.
- 1 can chickpeas, with 1/3 cup of liquid
- 2 Tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, optional
- ¼ lemon, peeled
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon salt, optional
- Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
- Run the Dips & Spreads Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed.
- Blend for 60 seconds, using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades.
Another Hummus Recipe (for heart patients)
- 1 (15 ounces) can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- cup plain yogurt
- 1-2 teaspoon garlic powder, to taste
- 1 teaspoon cumin, to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- salt, to taste
- Combine all ingredients in a food processor or powerful blender and blend until smooth.
- If mixture is too thick, add water by teaspoonful until desired consistency.
- Using Greek yogurt will boost protein content of this dip, but increases tangy taste as well.