Description
A creamy and easy high-protein hummus made with garbanzo beans, cottage cheese, and tahini, blended to perfection for a smooth and delicious snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
Hummus Ingredients
- 1 15 Ounce Can Garbanzo Beans (drained and rinsed with the skins removed)
- 1 1/4 Cups Cottage Cheese
- 1/3 Cup Tahini
- 1/4 Cup Lemon Juice
- 2 Cloves Garlic
- 1/4 Teaspoon Cumin
- 1/2 Teaspoon Sea Salt
- 2 Ice Cubes
- 1 Drizzle Olive Oil
- Fresh Parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare Garbanzo Beans: Drain and rinse the garbanzo beans thoroughly, then carefully remove the skins to ensure a creamy texture for the hummus.
- Add Ingredients to Food Processor: Place the skinned garbanzo beans, cottage cheese, tahini, lemon juice, garlic cloves, cumin, and sea salt into a food processor. Add the ice cubes last to help keep the mixture cool and smooth.
- Blend Ingredients Together: Process the mixture for 3-4 minutes until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the food processor as needed to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
- Taste and Adjust Seasonings: Remove the lid, taste the hummus, and adjust the seasonings to your preference, adding more salt or lemon juice if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top. Serve with your favorite chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- Removing the skins from the garbanzo beans is key to achieving a smooth and creamy hummus texture.
- Adding ice cubes during blending helps create a cool, fluffy consistency.
- Feel free to adjust cumin and salt levels to suit your taste.
- Use fresh garlic cloves for the best flavor.
- This hummus pairs wonderfully with pita chips, fresh vegetables, or crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
