Versatile, satisfying, and simple to make, hummus is an ace in the plant-eater’s deck. These hummus recipes combine chickpeas and other beans with herbs, veggies, and tantalizing spice blends to achieve rich flavors without using oil. What are all the ways you can use hummus? The possibilities are endless. But we like them served as […]
As healthy foods go, hummus is in a league all its own. Kids love it. Adults crave it. (Ever found yourself eating hummus by the spoonful straight from the container?) What’s more, hummus is both easy and elegant—just as at home in a lunchbox as it is at a wedding reception. We’ve put together the […]
Searching for a new way to eat your cruciferous veggies? This roasted cauliflower hummus will do the trick. The tender florets are puréed in a food processor and enhanced with creamy cannellini beans, nutty tahini, and savory garlic. The end result is a scrumptious, spreadable, and oh-so-satisfying dip that can be used as the centerpiece […]
Creamy hummus and sumac-spiced veggies give these sandwiches a distinct Middle Eastern flare, especially when drizzled with or dipped in the homemade herbed tahini sauce. Pita pockets are easy to eat without getting messy, and the thin bread won’t overwhelm the filling like sub-style sandwiches tend to do, making these scrumptious snacks perfect for on-the-go […]
This garlicky homemade hummus gets its extra-creamy texture from navy beans that you cook from scratch. It’s important to sort dried beans before soaking them: Spread beans out on a kitchen towel, and remove any that are broken, shriveled, or unusually dark, as well as any rocks and debris that are in the mix.
Harissa, a spicy North African chile paste, adds complex flavor to this otherwise simple hummus. Store-bought harissa contains oil and can be high in sodium, but you can make your own oil-free version using this recipe. Store leftover harissa in a jar in the fridge up to 2 weeks: Coat veggies with it before roasting, […]
Spiced, pan-roasted carrots kick up the flavor of this ultra-creamy spread. Serve it with crudités or as a spread on wraps and sandwiches. Looking for more easy hummus recipes? Try Curried Acorn Squash Hummus and Sonoran Desert Tepary Bean Hummus.
A handful of spinach gives this flavorful spread a lovely bright green hue. Serve it as a dip with carrots, celery, toasted pita triangles, or any finger food of your choosing, or spread it on a whole wheat tortilla and top with other fillings for a wrap.
Brighten up the color and flavor of simple chickpea hummus with subtly sweet green peas and fresh mint in this 15-minute healthy vegan recipe. Try Green Pea Hummus as a dip or spread onto sandwiches.
Tepary beans carry a long and rich history among the Indigenous people of the Sonoran Desert, where the beans have been cultivated for more than 4,000 years. There are three main types of tepary beans: brown, black, and white. They are hearty little beans and full of flavor. The white beans are the creamiest when […]
The fresh thyme and basil add a fresh and vibrant taste to this hummus. The pureed cannellini beans are creamy white, which together with the green flecks from the fresh herbs, make this hummus pretty to look at… and scrumptious to eat! This dip recipe is wheat-free, gluten-free, and soy-free. From Eat, Drink & Be Vegan
These rolls make a convenient meal for kids or adults on the run. The combination of avocados, hummus, nuts, and vegetables is very satisfying. From Bravo! Health Promoting Meals From The TrueNorth Kitchen Find this recipe and more snacking ideas in the Forks Over Knives Recipe App.
