Easy High Protein Hummus Recipe
This High Protein Hummus recipe is packed with plant-based protein, healthy fats, and a burst of flavors. It is a delicious and nutritious!
Ingredients
- 2 cups canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed) (or cooked chickpeas)
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup tahini
- ⅓ cup hemp hearts
- ¼ cup cold water
- For garnish (optional): fresh parsley or cilantro (chopped), red pepper flakes, paprika, and/or olive oil
Instructions
- Place the garlic and lemon juice into the food processor and let it sit for about 5 minutes (to reduce spiciness of the garlic).
- Add the chickpeas, sea salt, cumin, tahini, olive oil, and hemp hearts to the food processor, start on low speed and turn to high speed until it becomes thick. Turn off the machine, add the cold water, and scrape down the sides. Then blend for another 3-5 minutes until fully creamy. Add more cold water if needed until desired consistency.
- Remove from the the food processor and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro (chopped), red pepper flakes, paprika, and/or olive oil.
- Keep your homemade hummus in the fridge for about 5 days in an airtight container.