Hummus Recipe + Snack Ideas

Staying with my theme of keeping fit for cheap, I want to share a healthy eating tip too! 

HUMMUS! Not only is it delicious, but it is so healthy and can be used in a variety of ways. Research has shown that hummus has amazing health benefits, such as helping fight inflammation, increased digestive health, lowering the risk of heart disease and overall weight loss! 

A small tub of hummus at the shops can cost up to $5 for 200grams! My trick is to make my own. A friend shared with me her family's hummus recipe, and I've been using it ever since. It is so much cheaper and healthier!

Hummus Recipe 

·       2 cups of chickpeas  

·       4 garlic cloves, chopped

·       1 lemon's juice 

·       4tbs tahini 

·       1tsp cumin 

·       1/2 tsp salt 

Then just blend it all together in a processor until creamy. So easy! 

Tip: add little bits of water to reach desired consistency. 

The hummus will last for a week if in a sealed container and in the fridge. And what can you do with all this hummus?

·       Put it on a sandwich. My go-to lunch is a sandwich on rye, with hummus, avocado and tomato.

·       It is also great as a healthy base on a pizza!

·       Use it as a dip with some rice crackers or brown rice chips. 

·       Or just eat a spoonful! 

Let me know if you give this recipe a try!

Jamie.