Cilantro & Ginger Hummus

It's been quite a while since I made homemade hummus. I think every time I've ever posted about hummus I instantly want to start talking about Trader Joe's hummus. I love it! Or, loved it, I guess. (Nah, I still do.) The closest Trader Joe's is over 3 hours away. But I'm not such a hummus snob that I don't find other favorites no matter where I am. A girls gotta have her hummus fix.But if you're in the mood for a different or new flavor combo (I'm busy. I can't write out the whole word) then try making your own. It's super easy! I decided to try cilantro and hummus and it was awesome. Here's what I made.Cilantro & Ginger Hummus

1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas (you can use dry and cook your own too)
1/2 cup tahini
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1/4 cup cilantro
juice from 1/2 a lemon
1/4 cup water (or reserve the chickpea cooking water if you use dry beans)
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon sea salt

First you need to peel off the chickpea skins. Don't they look weird?! Like little snake skins or something... 
In a food processor blend the chickpeas until they are a coarse grain. Now add the tahini, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, cilantro and salt. Blend for a full minute or two. Now with the processor still running drizzle in the oil and then the water. For an even smoother, thinner consistency add more water. 

I ate a whole bunch of this for lunch one day with some toasted naan. It would also be great on crackers, veggies or spread on a sandwich. Happy hummus making! xo. Emma

Comments

[Lara]

To be honest, I've never tried hummus before.. but it sounds and looks quite tasty, so definitely going to try it soon!

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[Carla]

Do you make your own naan or tortillas? I'd love to see what your process if, if you do make your own!

[Cathy]

That looks so good! I love hummus and I love cilantro...so that combination sounds awesome! Definitely going to make this! :)

[Denisa]

Yummy, thank. Great day.

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[Charlie Cécile]

I have such an obsession with cilantro!! And hummus. So this is a PERFECT combo. Thanks so much for this delicious recipe! :)

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[Margherita]

I love a spicy and green twist on hummus: great idea!

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[Allyson]

Mmmmm. Guess what I am making for a snack today! :)
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[Giulia]

hummus is my favorite. and ginger...!

[Allyson]

Mmmmm. Guess what I am making for a snack today! :)
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[Hannah]

mmmm this sounds so tasty!

[Lauren]

Looks yummy!!

[heidi]

Do you have any tricks for peeling chickpeas? I've never done it before.

[Kasia]

I've never eaten hummus, can you believe that? Thank you for the recipe and maybe the next time we will be having tortilla, I will make some.

Cheers!

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[Michelle Clement]

Oooh...Cilantro! I'll have to try it! I put a big ol handful of parsley in a batch of hummus once, and I've tried a bunch of kale before, too - sooo good!

[Alice]

Mmm that looks so nice, you can't beat homemade hummus!

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[Kerry]

I've always wanted to try making Humous! Thanks for a yummy and easy recipe!

[Sarah]

Sounds like a great combo! (I'm busy too, and that word is looong)

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[Laura]

woow thanks a lot for the recipe !!
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[Kathleen]

This sounds heavenly! I will definitely try this, once I have some free time and am not sitting in the university library 12 hours a day... Thanks for the recipe! :)

[Katie]

This looks so delicious! I have a bit of a thing for hummus and pita bread!
Katie xx
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