Homemade Hummus

However old the recipe is, it was popular among the Egyptians and Romans and is enjoyed across the Middle East today. It can be used as a dip for vegetables, a sauce for falafel, or a spread on sandwiches.

Garbanzo beans provide high protein and fiber as well as iron, vitamin C and vitamin B6. The sesame seeds (or tahini) are exceptionally high in calcium. Hummus can be made with canned or home cooked garbanzo beans. This versatile dish will add high quality protein and a dash of exotic flavor to your detox!

Ingredients

(use organic whenever possible)

2 cups garbanzo beans (cooked, canned or sprouted)

1/4 cup tahini (or ground sesame seeds)

2 cloves garlic

3 tablespoons lemon juice

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon sea salt

½ teaspoon paprika

purified water for desired consistency

1. If using canned garbanzo beans, rinse them well before using.
2. Puree all of the ingredients in a food processor adding only enough water to bring to desired consistency.
3. Garnish with paprika and a drizzle of olive oil.

• For spice variety, replace paprika with cumin, black pepper, parsley, or red pepper flakes.