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Hummus

Our version of this Middle-Eastern dip contains chickpeas, garlic, and raw sesame seeds. Its traditionally served with flatbread, but crackers and tortilla chips are great, too.
vegetables with hummus

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Dietary Interests: Gluten-Free , Low Sodium , Vegan , Vegetarian

Allergens: Sesame

Yield:

14 servings (840 ml)

Total Time:

11 Minutes

Print:

8.5x11

Difficulty:

Simple

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Yield:

14 servings (840 ml)

Total Time:

11 Minutes

Print:

8.5x11

Difficulty:

Simple

Save To:

Recipe Book

Yield:

7 servings (420 ml)

Total Time:

10 Minutes 40 Seconds

Print:

8.5x11

Difficulty:

Simple

Save To:

Recipe Book

Yield:

7 servings (420 ml)

Total Time:

10 Minutes

Print:

8.5x11

Difficulty:

Simple

Save To:

Recipe Book

Ingredients

  • 2 cans (850 g) chickpeas, with liquid from 1 can
  • ¼ cup (35 g) sesame seeds
  • 2 Tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil, optional
  • ½ lemon, peeled
  • 1 garlic clove, peeled
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt, optional

Directions

  1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
  2. 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.

Chef's Notes

Utilize the Vitamix for pulverizing tough sesame seeds right into your hummus blend, making it an even more accessible treat and saving you from purchasing tahini. Make this recipe your own by adding spices, hot sauce or some of your favorite roasted vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 2 (850 g) can chickpeas, with liquid from 1 can
  • ¼ cup (35 g) sesame seeds
  • 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, optional
  • ½ lemon, peeled
  • 1 garlic clove, peeled
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt, optional

Directions

  1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
  2. Start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 1 minute, using the tamper to press ingredients toward the blades. Season to taste with salt if desired.

Chef's Notes

Utilize the Vitamix for pulverizing tough sesame seeds right into your hummus blend, making it an even more accessible treat and saving you from purchasing tahini. Make this recipe your own by adding spices, hot sauce or some of your favorite roasted vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 1 can (425 g) chickpeas, with 1/3 cup of liquid
  • 2 Tablespoons (18 g) sesame seeds
  • 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, optional
  • ¼ lemon, peeled
  • 2 garlic cloves, peeled
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon salt, optional

Directions

  1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
  2. 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.

Chef's Notes

Utilize the Vitamix for pulverizing tough sesame seeds right into your hummus blend, making it an even more accessible treat and saving you from purchasing tahini. Make this recipe your own by adding spices, hot sauce or some of your favorite roasted vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 1 (425 g) can chickpeas, with ⅓ cup of liquid
  • 2 Tablespoons (18 g) sesame seeds
  • 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, optional
  • ¼ lemon, peeled
  • 2 small garlic clove, peeled
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon salt, optional

Directions

  1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
  2. Start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 1 minute, using the tamper to press ingredients toward the blades. Season to taste with salt if desired.

Chef's Notes

Utilize the Vitamix for pulverizing tough sesame seeds right into your hummus blend, making it an even more accessible treat and saving you from purchasing tahini. Make this recipe your own by adding spices, hot sauce or some of your favorite roasted vegetables.