Momma’s Classic Hummus is an appetizer turned quick lunch – It makes a great snack, salad dressing or side dish to bring to your next gathering. We literally have this hummus in our fridge all the time to snack on, to share or to enjoy as a meal.
Hummus goes so well with fresh veggies or on crackers as an appetizer. But this classic appetizer is turned into a quick lunch. Have you thought about using it as a spread on your sandwiches? Or maybe using it as a dressing for your salad? It is so versatile – I wanted to help enlighten you to what other possibilities there might be for hummus in your household.
Appetizer turned Quick Lunch
Hummus as a spread on your sandwiches will add such a salty, tangy, creamy note – you won’t even miss the mayo! Stack high with meat, cheese, and veggies, you’ve got a hearty lunch in just a few minutes. Hummus with a little olive oil and vinegar to think it out with make such a delicious dressing to any salad you’ve made for lunch.
What is even better is that Momma’s Classic Hummus recipe takes 20 minutes and 1 food processor to create. It’s quick and easy to throw together. Super easy to clean up and makes enough to last a week or so in the fridge. When making your own hummus, try new flavors, change up the consistency, and determine just how much your family needs. It will fit your lifestyle better and will be much more cost effective.
Momma’s Classic Hummus in your Home
Hummus made in your local deli may be delicious but when you can make it at home for a fraction of the cost, it really becomes a no brainer to keep it in your household.
The flavor possibilities seem to be endless. So be sure to give this recipe a try and let me know how it turns out! Try different flavors, try different consistencies, try different lunch options. Let me know what you discover!
Momma’s Classic Hummus
Ingredients
- ¼ cup Tahini
- 2 tbsp Garlic Salt
- 1 tbsp Chili Powder
- 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
- ½ tbsp Cumin
- splash Lime Juice
- 2 cans ChickPeas aka Garbanzo Beans
- ¼ cup Olive Oil more if needed
Instructions
- Add Tahini, seasonings, and lime juice to food processor. Pulse a few times to incorporate.
- Add one DRAINED can of chickpeas and one UNDRAINED can of chickpeas to the food processor along with the olive oil.
- Mix on low and add more olive oil if needed for desired consistency.
- Enjoy with fresh veggies or on crackers!
