This nutrition packed dip is full of fibre, protein, and healthy fats. It is easy,  versatile, and very delicious. Once you have made the basic recipe, you can add variations like cumin, red pepper, or avocado. 

Ingredients

Chickpeas 1 x 400g can

Garlic         1 fat clove

Tahini         1 tbsp.

Lemon        1/2 ( juice )

Olive Oil      2 tbsp.

Salt              a pinch

Drain the chickpeas reserving the liquid. Tip everything in the food processor bowl. Whiz to a paste, adding a little liquid at a time to achieve desired consistency. Scrape into serving bowl, drizzle a little olive oil on top.

Your homemade hummus is ready, guaranteed to taste better than shop bought. Enjoy with warm pitta, crunchy vegetables, or bread sticks.

By Saima Ismail