Almond 'Hummus'

tahini

🥗Healthier: sunflower seed butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Sunflower seed butter is nut-free and lower in cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive than olive oil.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: onion powder

Onion powder offers a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can add acidity at a lower cost.

Weigh out 100 grams (3.5 ounces) of almond meal.

Measure out 100 grams of water.

Add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to the mixture.

Pour in a couple of tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.

Add a bit of salt to taste.

Optionally, add 1 crushed clove of garlic if desired.

Use a stick blender to blend the mixture until it forms a smooth hummus puree.

Adjust the consistency by adding more water for a saucier hummus or less for a thicker texture.

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