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Hummus, a staple of Middle Eastern cuisine, is traditionally made from chickpeas and tahini. The addition of spinach not only enhances the nutritional profile but also gives the dip a vibrant green color. Spinach hummus has gained popularity as a healthier alternative, often served as a dip or spread at gatherings and parties. Its creamy texture and fresh flavor make it a versatile dish enjoyed worldwide, appealing to both health-conscious eaters and hummus lovers alike.

Ingredients

  • spinach
  • chickpeas
  • tahini
  • lemon juice
  • garlic
  • olive oil
  • cumin
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • water
  • paprika
  • fresh herbs

Instructions

  1. 1Wash spinach thoroughly and drain.
  2. 2Combine spinach, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic in a food processor.
  3. 3Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
  4. 4With the processor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil until well incorporated.
  5. 5Add cumin, salt, and black pepper, then blend again to combine.
  6. 6Adjust consistency with water, blending until desired smoothness is achieved.
  7. 7Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or lemon juice if needed.
  8. 8Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with olive oil.
  9. 9Sprinkle with paprika and fresh herbs before serving.

Ingredient Alternatives

tahini

Healthier: sunflower seed butter

Cheaper: peanut butter

Sunflower seed butter is nut-free and maintains a similar creaminess.

olive oil

Healthier: avocado oil

Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable and neutral in flavor.

lemon juice

Healthier: lime juice

Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar provides acidity at a lower cost.

fresh herbs

Healthier: dried herbs

Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more economical and have a longer shelf life.

Techniques

blending

Equipment

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Also Known As

Green HummusSpinach Dip Hummus

Ingredients

  • 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Water as needed for consistency

Instructions

  1. 1In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, peanut butter, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, maple syrup, garlic powder, salt, and cumin.
  2. 2Blend the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
  3. 3If the hummus is too thick, add water a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
  4. 4Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to taste.
  5. 5Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle with additional olive oil if desired.
  6. 6Serve with fresh vegetables, pita chips, or crackers.

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup almond butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2-4 tbsp water (as needed)

Instructions

  1. 1In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, cocoa powder, maple syrup, almond butter, vanilla extract, and salt.
  2. 2Blend the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
  3. 3If the mixture is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
  4. 4Taste the hummus and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more maple syrup.
  5. 5Transfer the chocolate hummus to a serving bowl.
  6. 6Serve with fresh fruit, pretzels, or graham crackers for dipping.
  7. 7Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Equipment

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