Candida Diet Friendly No-Cook Hummus
Creamy, garlicky, and deeply satisfying, this hummus comes together entirely in a food processor with no stove required. The base of chickpeas, tahini, fresh lemon juice, and olive oil keeps things clean and straightforward — exactly what you want when you're being careful about what goes into your food. Tahini and chickpeas are both considered supportive staples for this style of eating, and there are no added sugars, vinegars, or processed fillers hiding in the ingredient list. Blending the garlic directly with the lemon juice first is a smart technique that mellows its sharpness and distributes the flavor evenly throughout. A drizzle of good olive oil and a pinch of smoked paprika on top make it look like something you'd order at a restaurant, not just a quick homemade dip. Scoop it up with raw vegetables or use it as a spread, and you've got something genuinely craveable that still fits within the boundaries you're working with.
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6 servings
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained, liquid reserved
- ¼ cup tahini
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 1 small garlic clove, roughly chopped
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
- 2–4 tbsp reserved chickpea liquid or cold water, as needed
For serving
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the garlic and lemon juice to the bowl of a food processor and pulse 5–6 times until the garlic is finely minced.
- 2
Add the tahini, cumin, and salt. Process for about 1 minute, until the mixture is thick and slightly pale.
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