Hummus-Hummus with Tahini Recipe-How to make Hummus

Hummus is a Levantine food dip or spread made from cooked, mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and garlic. It is popular throughout the Middle East, North Africa (including Morocco), and in Middle Eastern cuisine around the globe. Hummus is an Arabic word meaning chickpeas and the complete name of the prepared spread in Arabic is ḥummuṣ bi ṭaḥīna, which means “chickpeas with tahini”-Wikipedia. It is pronounced as HUMM-us and even  HUMM-OOS.

Hummus is a good source of fiber which helps in maintaining a healthy digestive system. It can help lower your cholesterol. It is high in iron and vitamin C and also has significant amounts of folate and vitamin B6. The main ingredient in hummus is chickpeas (known as garbanzo beans) which is  a good source of protein, dietary fiber and animo acids. Olive oil which is another ingredient in hummus is rich in anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids. Tahini which is prepared with sesame seeds is an excellent source of the amino acid, essential fatty acids, omega-3 and omega-6.

Hummus Uses

Hummus makes a great dip for pita bread, vegetables, whole grain crackers, and can be used as a sandwich spread or as a salad dressing. Hummus which is loaded with so many health benefits is very easy to make at home.