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Healthy Homemade Hummus + Baked Pita Chips

Jaclyn — Fri, 17 Aug 2018 14:01:05 +0000

Healthy Homemade Hummus is one of the best protein snacks. It's the perfect dip for all your favorite fresh veggies, a delicious spread on sandwiches or wraps, and a great addition to different bowls (like vegetarian Buddha bowls and shawarma bowls).

This recipe has been my go-to hummus for years. It has the perfect ratio of ingredients. It couldn't be easier—and it only takes 10 minutes to make!

Healthy Homemade Hummus Recipe

This is the best healthy hummus recipe I've tried! It calls for simple ingredients and a simple method but it's always my favorite because it makes the perfect amount of hummus for a protein snack or spread.

And there's no peeling chickpeas—just a generous puree session in the food processor to whip it up nice and fluffy.

This simple hummus recipe is creamy, rich, and tangy, with such a delicious flavor from the tahini. You can't go wrong with this hummus!

How to Make Homemade Hummus Video

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Avocado Hummus

Jaclyn — Sun, 01 Apr 2018 15:39:15 +0000

This Avocado Hummus recipe is like guacamole and hummus in one, and it is the smoothest and creamiest hummus recipe I've ever made! And the flavor unbelievably delicious! Perfect for pita chips and veggies, or use it as a spread on your favorite deli style turkey or veggie sandwich.

This easy avocado hummus dip is the perfect snack any day any time! Who could resist?

Snacky? Think Avocado Hummus!

Here's how I want to get part of my veggie intake for the day! My whole family loved this hummus recipe, kids included (and that's saying something, I hated hummus when I was a kid).

This homemade hummus can be made in under 10 minutes and it makes for the perfect midday snack. If you make it to take to a party, you likely will be coming home without a drop left.

Ranch Hummus

Jaclyn — Tue, 28 Nov 2017 07:01:34 +0000

Why make the regular ranch dip we've all had 1,000 times when you can make this Ranch Hummus instead?? It's got all the flavors of the classic ranch and all the flavors of the classic hummus together in one irresistible dip!

Ranch Hummus

It's easy to make, it's packed with flavor and it's perfect for parties as it makes enough to feed a small crowd!

I mean who wouldn't want to eat veggies when this dip is sitting around?? I myself quickly started to lose track of how many veggies I'd eaten. Dip after dip after dip.

Sweet Potato and Chick Pea Buddha Bowls with Ginger Tahini Sauce

Jaclyn — Mon, 25 Sep 2017 16:55:37 +0000

Sweet Potato and Chick Pea Buddha Bowl with Ginger Tahini Sauce is the absolute perfect fall lunch! These bowls are healthy, hearty and packed with flavor! So many layers of goodness, it's definitely a recipe you'll want on repeat.

My Favorite Buddha Bowl

I didn't use to care much for vegetarian recipes but I learned it's all about cooking and seasoning things right.

When you layer in the flavors you turn boring things into something fabulous!

Ingredients You'll Need for This Recipe

For the Bowls

Veggies including sweet potatoes, red onion, kale
Chick peas
Olive oil
Seasonings including cumin, paprika, cinnamon, turmeric, salt
Red onion
Quinoa

For the Ginger Tahini Sauce

Tahini
Lemon
Honey
Garlic
Ginger

Tahini can be somewhat strong (and it can vary by brand), so if desired use half cashew butter.

Greek Seven Layer Dip

Jaclyn — Sun, 01 Jan 2017 01:28:54 +0000

Seven Layer Greek Dip is a fun Mediterranean spin on the classic version we're all used to! This dip begins with a layer of freshly made hummus then it's topped with a creamy, garlic-herb Greek yogurt layer then a layer of English cucumbers, grape tomatoes, black or kalamata olives, then finally it's finished with feta and red onions. Don't you just want to dive into all that goodness?

Greek Seven Layer Dip

I love that this is such a delicious yet healthy appetizer or snack to serve at parties (double the recipe for a larger crowd and spread into a 13 by 9-inch dish). Usually party foods are always pretty indulgent but this one is loaded with good for you ingredients.

Part of what makes this a healthy dip are the garbanzo beans (aka chick peas) which are part of the pulse family.

What is a Pulse?

You may not have heard the term "pulses" much before but you're probably already eating the all the time. Pulses are any of the the following food items; beans, peas, chickpeas or lentils. Every 1/2 cup of cooked pulses delivers 9 grams of protein!

Pulses are so versatile and with just a few seasoning they become so delicious.

Not only are pulses so tasty, they are a healthy, sustainable food source. I’ve taken the pulse pledge this year and so should you!

Add More Pulses to Your Diet!

When you do, you commit to eating pulses once a week for 10 weeks and join a global food movement.

Eating dry peas, lentils, beans and chickpeas helps reduce your carbon footprint – and it’s great for your health. All you have to do is visit PulsePledge.com and sign up!

Then start out your pledge with this amazing Seven Layer Greek Dip!

More Greek Recipes You'll Love

Greek Seven Layer Dip

Seven Layer Greek Dip is a fun Mediterranean spin on the classic version we're all used to! This dip begins with a layer of freshly made hummus then it's topped with a creamy, garlic-herb Greek yogurt layer then a layer of English cucumbers, grape tomatoes, black or kalamata olives, then finally it's finished with feta and red onions. Don't you just want to dive into all that goodness?

1 (15.5 oz) can garbanzo beans, drained and 1/4 cup liquid from can reserved*
2 1/2 Tbsp tahini
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 small garlic cloves (, minced)
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp salt (, or to taste)
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 1/3 cups thick plain Greek yogurt (, such as Fage)
1 1/2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
1 Tbsp minced fresh dill
1 cup diced English cucumber
1 cup diced grape tomatoes or Roma tomatoes ((drain off excess liquid after cutting))
1/3 cup sliced black olives or kalamata olives
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 Tbsp chopped red onion (, rinsed and drained)

Add drained garbanzo beans to a food processor along with tahini, lemon juice, 1 clove of garlic, cumin and 1/2 tsp salt. Pulse for about 1 minute then with food processor running slowly pour olive oil and 2 Tbsp of the liquid from the chick peas into the food processor. Hummus should be somewhat thick, but add more of the liquid as needed 1 Tbsp at a time. Spread hummus into an even layer in an 11 by 7-inch or 8 by 8-inch baking dish (at this point chill through if you have time).
In a medium mixing bowl stir together Greek yogurt with parsley, dill and remaining garlic. Dollop mixture over hummus layer in dish and spread into an even layer. Top with cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, feta and onions. Serve with pita chips (serve immediately after sprinkling veggies over top for best results). Store in refrigerator.
*I made a double batch of the hummus so I could save half for later. If you want to do this just double eveything from the garbanzo beans to the olive oil then only use half of it for the dip.
Recipe source: Cooking Classy

Greek Grilled Chicken & Hummus Wrap

Jaclyn — Tue, 29 Mar 2016 17:23:09 +0000

This Greek Chicken and Hummus Wrap is easy to make yet it's so incredibly flavorful and delicious! Tortillas are layered with creamy hummus, tender grilled chicken breasts, crisp fresh veggies, and feta. Perfect for lunch or a simple dinner.

Greek Chicken Wraps

Lately, I've been thinking, I need more wraps in my life! I rarely make them and that needs to change. They are basically a big giant taco and I'm obsessed with tacos so they should be a regular on my menu.

The ingredients can be as fancy or simple as you'd like. I opted to go with a homemade hummus because I always have everything on hand to make hummus, but if you are looking to make these quicker you can definitely just go with your favorite store-bought hummus. You could also use a rotisserie chicken for faster meal prep. Hang on to all of the unused ingredients, because you can remix them into a healthy Greek salad for lunch tomorrow.

Then if you want to go the other route and do everything from scratch you could make a homemade Greek vinaigrette to toss with the chicken.

Healthy Greek Chicken & Hummus Wraps Recipe

You could also make these into more of a gyro-style wrap by swapping out the hummus for tzatziki sauce and using pita, I did however love the hummus on these so try it this way at least once.

I love Greek and Mediterranean food because of all its bright fresh flavors and these Greek chicken wraps are no exception to that. Crunchy vegetables like red onion and cool cucumber are perfect with salty kalamata olives and tangy fresh dill. Add a tbsp lemon juice spritzed over the Greek salad before wrapping it up and enjoy!

I loved everything about this Greek chicken hummus wrap and I'll make them again and again for an easy weeknight meal!

Greek Grilled Chicken & Hummus Wrap

These wraps are easy to make yet it's so incredibly delicious! Tortillas are layered with creamy hummus, tender grilled chicken breasts, crisp fresh veggies and feta. Perfect for lunch or a simple dinner.

1 1/2 lbs bonless skinless chicken breasts
Olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 Tbsp Greek vinaigrette dressing
4 (10-inch, burrito size) flour tortillas ((wheat, low carb or spinach is fine))
3/4 cup hummus, (store-bought or homemade (homemade recipe in notes below))
3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
2 medium roma tomatoes, (diced)
1 medium cucumber, (peeled and diced)
1/2 cup (2.5 oz) feta cheese, (crumbled)

Preheat a grilled over medium-high heat to 425 degrees. Pound chicken to an even thickness using the flat side of a meat mallet.
Brush chicken breasts lightly with about 1 Tbsp olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
Brush grilled grates lightly with oil, and grill chicken, rotating once halfway through cooking, until it registers 165 in center on an instant read thermometer, about 6 - 8 minutes.
Transfer to a plate, cover with foil, let rest 10 minutes then dice into cubes. Transfer chicken to a bowl, pour vinaigrette over chicken and toss to evenly coat.
To assemble wraps spread about 3 Tbsp hummus over each tortilla, top with chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber and feta cheese and wrap tortillas.
Recipe source: adapted from Kraft

For the homemade hummus - to a food processor add 1 (14.5 oz) can drained chick peas, 3 1/2 Tbsp drained chickpea liquid or water, 3 Tbsp tahini, 2 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 Tbsp olive oil, 1 clove garlic sliced, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp cumin. Pulse until smooth (it will take about 3 - 5 minutes depending on your food processor). Season with more salt to taste if desired and add more liquid if needed.

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Sun Dried Tomato Basil Hummus

Jaclyn — Fri, 20 Feb 2015 17:06:12 +0000

Sun Dried Tomato Basil Hummus is a flavorful spin on your favorite dip, featuring chickpeas, tahini, lemon, olive oil, sun-dried tomato, fresh basil, and garlic to create an Italian hummus. Pair it with vegetables, pita, crackers, or spread on your sandwich for a tasty boost of Italian flavor.

You can never have too many hummus recipes, right? This is the fifth I've shared but there are still more I can't wait to try. Hummus is so easy to make and homemade is so much better than store-bought. And not only is hummus a great dip but it makes for a great spread for your favorite sandwiches and wraps. I'm sure this could work wonders to a grilled veggie wrap along with some feta.

You will love all the Mediterranean flavors in this Sun Dried Tomato Basil Hummus, it is simply addictive! This is something that will definitely add some excitement to the same old boring lunches we all keep having every day. Lunch is something I never put a lot of effort into but homemade hummus adds some serious pizzazz to any lunch.

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Jaclyn — Sat, 04 Oct 2014 16:22:23 +0000

This Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is packed with freshly roasted peppers, chickpeas and tahini. It's great with pita chips and veggies, and also makes a delicious sandwich spread. After you make this homemade hummus, you'll never go back to store-bought!

Homemade Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

I could live on hummus. Okay, I still need my cupcakes and all that, but hummus is one of my favorite snacks and sides to my lunch. I used to just buy the store-bought hummus, then one day I finally decided to make it at home instead.

Homemade hummus is SO much better, so if you haven't tried it yet you really need to. I don't think I could call the stuff at the store authentic hummus, since many times the second ingredient in them is soybean or canola oil. And they contain preservatives — I'll take fresh, please!