Hummus

middle-east · chickpeas · healthy snack · super creamy

Made from chickpeas. Hummus starts with cooked chickpeas that are mashed until super smooth and creamy. These little beans are packed with protein and fiber, making hummus a really healthy snack.

Blended with tahini. Tahini is a paste made from sesame seeds, and it's mixed with the chickpeas to make hummus extra smooth and nutty-tasting. It's a key ingredient that gives hummus its special flavor.

Brightened with lemon. Fresh lemon juice and garlic get stirred in to make hummus tangy and flavorful. These ingredients wake up your taste buds and make every bite delicious.

Topped with gold. The best part? A drizzle of olive oil on top, sprinkled with paprika and parsley, plus a few whole chickpeas for decoration. It looks as pretty as it tastes!

From the Levant. Hummus comes from the Levantine region of the Middle East, where people have been making and eating it for a very long time. Now kids and families all around the world love it!