BEST Roasted Garlic Hummus | The Mediterranean Dish

tahini

🥗Healthier: sunflower seed butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Sunflower seed butter is nut-free and more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor profile with health benefits.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: onion powder

Garlic powder provides flavor without the cost of fresh garlic.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice offers a similar acidity at a lower cost.

Squeeze out the roasted garlic pieces from the two heads into a bowl.

Add the chickpeas to the bowl.

Measure and add 4 to 5 tablespoons of tahini paste into the bowl.

Add a pinch of salt to the mixture.

Add 1 teaspoon of sumac to the mixture.

If desired, add a pinch of cayenne pepper for spice.

Add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to the mixture.

Add 2 tablespoons of water to the mixture.

Process the mixture in a food processor until creamy.

Check the consistency and taste; adjust salt and pepper if needed.

Dish out the hummus into a serving bowl.

Drizzle a generous amount of Greek extra virgin olive oil on top of the hummus.

Sprinkle fresh parsley over the hummus.

Add a sprinkle of feta cheese on top.

Sprinkle za'atar spice over the hummus for added texture and flavor.

Top with toasted pine nuts generously.

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