Hummus (without Tahini), Vegan
Makes (homes):
Makes 1 1/4 cups.
Makes (centers):
Makes 5 cups.
Ingredients (homes):
- 1 (15 oz.) can garbanzo beans/chickpeas, drained, rinsed
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 3/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 - 4 Tablespoons water
Ingredients (centers):
- 4 (15 oz.) cans garbanzo beans/chickpeas, drained, rinsed
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon + 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 Tablespoon cumin or to taste
- 1 - 2 teaspoons salt or to taste
- 1/2 - 1 cup water
Directions:
- Place beans, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and half of the salt and water in a food processor.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. If needed, add water and/or salt/seasoning to taste.
- Serving suggestions: Serve with fresh sliced vegetables, tortilla chips, crackers, pita bread, or tortillas for a complete snack or as part of a meal.
Serve:
2 Tablespoons = 1/2 oz. eq. meat alternate
Meal:
Lunch & Dinner
Snack
CACFP Credit:
Meat & Meat Alternate
Record on your menu as:
Garbanzo Beans/Chickpeas (Meat and Meat Alternate Food List # 68)
Source:
From DCR Calendar, August 2026; Adapted from: thewholesomedish.com, 2025.