The Vegan Greek Style Loaded Hummus is a tasty snack. It has 220 calories per serving. We will prepare this recipe in just 15 minutes. You may serve this Vegan Greek Style Loaded Hummus at parties, events, occasions, festivals, birthdays, functions, or as a snack treat to yourself. Pair with pita bread, flatbread, carrot sticks, cucumber slices, crackers, breadsticks, or mixed dips. The ingredients are chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, water, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, fresh parsley, and dried oregano. You may also keep this recipe for 4-5 days in your refrigerator.
STATS:
- Number of calories: 220 kcal
- Diet: Vegan
- Total time: 15 minutes
- Course: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Cooking time: 0 minutes
- Serving size: 1 bowl portion
- Servings: 4
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
EQUIPMENT:
- Serving plate
- Spoon
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Blender
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 cups cooked chickpeas
- Three tbsp tahini
- Two tbsp lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Quarter cup of cold water
TOPPINGS:
- ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes
- Half-chopped cucumber
- ¼ cup thin slices red onion
- Quarter cup sliced olives
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp dried oregano
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CHICKPEAS:
- Chickpeas are the main ingredient in your hummus. They add a mild taste and creamy texture to your recipe. You may utilize white beans or canned chickpeas as another idea.
TAHINI:
- Tahini is made of sesame seeds. It gives a nutty flavor & smooth texture in your recipe. We use tahini to get the genuine taste of hummus. You may use peanut butter instead, but it will slightly change the taste of your recipe.
OLIVE OIL:
- It gives smoothness and richness to your meal. Also, it maintains the creamy texture in your dish. You may use any neutral oil as another idea.
LEMON JUICE:
- Lemon juice gives a little sour taste to your recipe and maintains the creamy texture of your dish. You may use vinegar as an alternative, but lemon juice will make the taste of your recipe better.
CHERRY TOMATOES:
- Cherry tomatoes give sweetness and juiciness on top. Also, they provide color to your recipe. You may utilize regular tomatoes instead.
CUCUMBER:
- It gives freshness and crunch to your recipe. Also, it maintains the creamy hummus in your recipe. You may use zucchini or lettuce as an alternative.
OLIVES:
- Olives provide tanginess in your recipe. Also, you may use capers as another idea.
RED ONION:
- Red onion gives a sharp and sweet taste to your meal. You may use green onions or white onions as another option.
PARSLEY:
- Parsley gives freshness and color to your recipe. Also, it makes your dish brighter. You may use coriander as an alternative.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, we will blend chickpeas, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, tahini, and salt in your blender to make the mixture smooth.
- Also, you will mix cold water and blend again to make your hummus creamy.
- Then spread hummus on your plate and include cherry tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and olives on top.
- Now sprinkle oregano and parsley and drizzle olive oil on your hummus and serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
BREAD:
- Pita bread
- Flatbread
- Toasted baguette
SIDES:
- Carrot sticks
- Cucumber slices
- Bell pepper strips
- Crackers
- Breadsticks
- Mixed dips
TIPS:
- You may peel chickpeas to make your hummus extra smooth.
- You must use cold water for the creamy texture and blend for a long time to get the softer texture.
- We will add toppings to the hummus right before serving.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Keep this recipe in a tight box for 4-5 days. You must store the toppings separately for freshness.
FREEZER:
- You may freeze your hummus for two months.
FAQs:
Can I skip tahini from my recipe?
- Yes, you may use peanut butter or skip it completely, but the taste will not be the same.
Is my recipe gluten-free?
- Yes, your hummus is gluten-free. You must serve this recipe with gluten-free sides.
Why do I feel my hummus is thick?
- You may include more water or olive oil to make your hummus smooth.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Total carbs: 22 g
Fiber: 4 grams
Protein: 7 g
Fat: 12 grams
Iron: 2.5 g
Calcium: 60 grams
Sodium: 240 g
Potassium: 300 grams
Vitamin A: 350 IU
Net carbs: 18 grams
Calories: 220 kcal
