How to Make Sesame Seed Oil Hummus - A Step-by-Step Guide

Hummus is a classic Middle Eastern dish that has gained popularity all over the world. It is a delicious and healthy dip made from chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, and various spices. While traditional hummus is already flavorful, there are many variations that add a unique twist to this dish.

One such variation is sesame seed oil hummus. This recipe swaps out traditional olive oil for sesame seed oil, adding a nutty and slightly sweet flavor to the hummus. The sesame seed oil also gives...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans) - drained, rinsed, and mashed
  • 2 tablespoons water, or more as needed
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seed oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Blend chickpeas, water, lemon juice, sesame seed oil, olive oil, garlic, salt, cumin, and black pepper together in a blender or food processor until smooth, adding more water if hummus is too thick.
  • Nutrition

    179 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 501mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 29mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 142mg