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.
Ingredients
- 850 g (2 cans) chickpeas, with liquid from 1 can
- 35 g (¼ cup) sesame seeds
- 30 ml (2 Tablespoons) extra virgin olive oil, optional
- (½ ) lemon, peeled
- (1 ) garlic clove, peeled
- (1 teaspoon) ground cumin
- (½ teaspoon) salt, optional
Directions
- 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.
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
- 850 g (2 ) can chickpeas, with liquid from 1 can
- 35 g (¼ cup) 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
- Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
- 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
- 425 g (1 can) chickpeas, with 1/3 cup of liquid
- 18 g (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
Directions
- 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.
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
- 425 g (1 ) can chickpeas, with ⅓ cup of liquid
- 18 g (2 Tablespoons) 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
- Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
- 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.
