Easy Chick-Peasy.

Everyone loves a little hummus in their life, right? 

Well, I know I do. 

Chick peas (french) are also called 'garbonzo beans' (spanish). I'm sticking with 'chickpea' because that's how I know these trusty legumes. FYI, Chickpeas contain fibre and protein! You can find them in dried or canned form at your local grocery store (between $0.80-$1.00 per can; here in Canada, eh). I usually always keep a few cans in my cupboard. 

Here's why: Chickpeas are great because they can keep for quite some time AND you can use them in a variety of ways, including salads, soups, dips, and so on and so fourth.  

So let's get down to business. Here's an easy-peasy (no pun intended) hummus recipe for you. 

What you need:

1 can chickpeas (16oz)
1 clove garlic
1/2 onion
6-8 cherry tomatoes
1 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp water
1/2 lime (for squeezing)

salt & pepper

bullet (or blender)
knife
cutting board
medium sized bowl
spoon

pita chips 


What you do:

You can start by opening that can of chickpeas, rinse them and place them in the bullet or blender (if you're using a bullet, you may have to do 3/4 can and the rest following; i.e. 2 rounds). Grab your knife and cutting board, chop up the 1/2 onion a little before placing it in the bullet/blender. Add the garlic clove, the vegetable oil, the cherry tomatoes and the water. Squeeze the lime over the mixture and place the lid on. Blend away. 

Scoop the hummus out of the bullet/blender into a medium sized bowl (like the one in the picture below). Add a little salt & pepper. 

Mmm Hummus.

I love this recipe because it's short and sweet. This is a good Go-To snack dish or dinner party dip. Don't forget the pita chips! Homemade or store bought, whatever you choose.

Cheers!