Keeping it Simple: Hummus

If you know me, you understand why I am posting about hummus on my blog.  I absolutely love this stuff.  I could eat hummus morning, noon and night!  Way back in my college days, I met a man from Saudi Arabia who introduced me to middle eastern cuisine.  Since the first time I ate hummus in a little middle-eastern cafe, I have been hooked!  If you meet me, it will not be long before I am begging you to try it.

I have found that most people think the texture is questionable.  It has the consistency of a bean dip. Not only is hummus delicious, but it also has incredible nutritional properties.  Here is a good article about the health benefits of hummus.

http://www.livestrong.com/article/446490-what-are-the-health-benefits-of-hummus/

Here is a simple but delicious hummus recipe:

1 can chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
1/4 cup olive oil
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 Tbsp. Za'ater
1/4 tsp. kosher salt
1 teaspoon cumin

**You can purchase the spice blend "Za'ater" at a any middle eastern specialty store, or online at various websites include www.amazon.com**

Hummus can be eaten with pita chips or inside a sandwich wrap.  I eat hummus with veggies and as a dip for my quesadillas!  Try it today.

From my home to yours,

Sarah
--The Cheap Gourmet Mom