It can be hard to find dips and spreads that taste good and are also good for you. Hummus, if prepared correctly, totally fits the bill!
Since hummus is bean-based, it’s loaded with fiber and protein making it super hearty and filling. Better yet, it’s very easy to customize into different flavors like the deliciously spicy recipe below.
Hummus, a staple in the notoriously healthy Mediterranean diet, has become quite popular and is very easy to find in stores. Unfortunately, many of the prepackaged options in the grocery aisles contain preservatives and other questionable ingredients.
To make sure you’re eating hummus that’s natural and healthy, I recommend making your own. Here’s a super simple recipe with easy-to-find ingredients that you’ll want to have in your kitchen anyway. SCORE!
THE RECIPE
Ingredients:
- 1 15-o. can of garbanzo beans (AKA chickpeas), drained & rinsed. (Opt for organic beans and make sure the can has BPA-free lining.)
- 1 avocado
- 1 jalapeno with the stem & seeds removed
- 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
- Juice from 1 fresh lime or 2 tablespoons of bottled lime juice ( Make sure it’s 100% organic juice with no added ingredients like this one.)
Preparation:
Put all the ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth and creamy. (I use a Blendtec for superior blending performance.)
LEFTOVERS: The hummus will keep for around 5 days in the fridge in an airtight container.
HUMMUS USES
Hummus is extremely versatile. You can use it as a dip with fresh veggies or gluten-free crackers, spread it on sandwiches, mix it in salads or just eat a couple spoonfuls on its own.
Are you looking for a more traditional hummus recipe with olive oil and tahini? I’ve got you covered! Just click here.
Cheers to enjoying a spicy hummus that’s clean and delicious!
With love and gratitude,
Kandi
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