HUMMUS 101
HUMMUS!
As I am sure you guys know, I am a huge hummus lover. It is a staple in my fridge and something I have at least 4x week. With BBQ season upon us, I knew this was the perfect time to share with you guys how I incorporate hummus into my meals and why I love it so much.
Hummus 101:
Hummus is a mediterranean dip/spread made from chickpeas, sesame seeds (tahini), garlic and lemon juice – recipes vary, but this is the gist of it! Once the ingredients are pureed and blended together it creates a creamy texture.
#SabraFeelGoodFood:
On occasion I make my own, but to be honest I usually purchase it pre-made because there are delicious options available at the grocery store. My go to brand for quite some time now is Sabra. They offer delicious flavours which means I can switch it up depending on my mood or the meal I’m pairing it with and everything is gluten free & vegan!
How I Use Sabra Hummus:
BBQ Season + Entertaining
As a Dip: This is THE dip to have out when your guests arrive! I like to pair it with cut up veggies (fresh or even grilled is amazing), or sometimes toasted mini pitas or rice crackers. Unlike most other dips, hummus is naturally low fat and made with really simple ingredients. It’s convenient, light, plant based and delicious. I am always on a mission to make healthy choices without jeopardizing flavour and I know when I choose hummus I’m getting exactly that- something nourishing and packed with flavour.
As a Bowl Topper:
When I am feeling like eating a big bowl of goodness (which is almost always) the best way I like to finish it off is with a dollop of hummus on the top. I like to put a bit on my fork before diving in to each bite. It’s the perfect accompaniment that adds great savoury flavour. See below for an easy recipe, and click here if you want to make my lentil salad.
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Base
- ½ cup cooked quinoa + 1 cup chopped kale
Toppings
- cucumber lentil salad, sliced radish, sweet potato, picked onions + a dollop of hummus for extra protein
Dressing
- Drizzle of olive oil & lemon juice
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add the kale + quinoa at the bottom, and layer on the rest of the toppings finishing off with the dressing & dollop of hummus. You can get creative here and add it whichever veggies your heart desires!
Why i hart hummus:
- Gluten free
- Kosher
- Dairy free
- Vegan
- Naturally low fat
- Plant based protein
Flavours:
Sabra offers lots of hummus variations, but I have been hooked on their new limited edition flavour: Smoky BBQ Hummus with Jackfruit and Smoked Paprika, which is the hummus in my bowl pictured above 🙂
Sabra products can be found in major grocery stores but for more specific info you can check out their website sabra.com
This post was developed in sponsored partnership with Sabra Canada #SabraFeelGoodFood
