Hummus with Roasted Red Bell Pepper Recipe Video
Summary
Ingredients
| For the hummus | ||
| Boiled garbanzo beans | 1 1⁄4 Cup (20 tbs), soaked, drained and cooked (Set aside a few for garnishing the hummus) | |
| Sesame seeds | 1 1⁄2 Tablespoon (Soaked in a little water) | |
| Roasted pepper | 1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs) (Roasted red bell pepper used) (Optional) | |
| Salt | 1⁄4 Teaspoon | |
| Cumin powder | 1⁄4 Teaspoon | |
| Fresh lime juice | 2 Tablespoon | |
| Water | 1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs) (Use as required) | |
| For the garnish | ||
| Boiled garbanzo beans | 1 Teaspoon | |
| Roasted peppers | 1⁄4 Teaspoon, chopped finely (Roasted red bell pepper used) | |
| Paprika | 1 Pinch | |
| Olive oil | 1 Teaspoon | |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 68 Calories from Fat 39
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5 g7%
Saturated Fat 0.57 g2.9%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0.07 mg0.02%
Sodium 182.9 mg7.6%
Total Carbohydrates 6 g1.8%
Dietary Fiber 2.5 g10%
Sugars 0.4 g
Protein 2 g4.5%
Vitamin A 1.8% Vitamin C 6.1%
Calcium 5.9% Iron 5.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Things You Will Need
1. Food processor / blenderDirections
1. Soak garbanzo beans (chick peas) over night in water. Drain them and cook until well cooked.
2. Soak sesame seeds in water.
MAKING
3. Into a food processor add the cooked garbanzo beans, soaked sesame seeds, roasted red bell pepper, salt, cumin powder, fresh lime juice and a little water. Blend until you get a smooth paste.
FINALIZING
4. Remove the blended hummus into a serving bowl. Garnish with a few boiled garbanzo beans, finely chopped roasted bell pepper and sprinkles of paprika powder.
SERVING
5. Drizzle with olive oil and serve the hummus as a spread with pita bread or as a dip with chips or freshly cut vegetables.
TIPS
You can saute red bell pepper in a pan and add the saute bell pepper if roasted bell pepper is not available.
Feta cheese may be used for added flavor.
Editors Review
Those who are fond of Mediterranean cuisine must have heard of the hummus. This is a popular side dish which is normally served with pita bread or kabab. The chef uses roasted red bell pepper in the recipe. Hummus is easy to serve when you have guests at home. Don't forget to try this recipe.Chef
