Hummus with Tahini using Viola Ready Chickpeas

A creamy texture and balanced flavor ready in minutes, thanks to Viola ready-to-cook chickpeas which save you soaking and boiling time while preserving the authentic chickpea taste.

🧰 Required Tools

• Electric blender or food processor
• Fine strainer (optional for extra smoothness)
• Flat spoon and serving bowl

🥣 Ingredients

• 1 pack (400g) Viola ready-to-cook chickpeas, drained (reserve ½ cup chickpea water)
• ¼ cup high-quality tahini
• 2–3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 small garlic clove (or half for a lighter flavor)
• 2–4 tbsp chickpea water (aquafaba) or very cold water
• 2–3 ice cubes (for extra creaminess)
• ¼ tsp ground cumin
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil for serving
• Paprika + sumac + chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

👨‍🍳 Preparation Steps

1. In the blender, add Viola ready chickpeas with tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and half of the salt.
2. Add the ice cubes and 2 tbsp chickpea water, then blend until smooth.
3. If the texture is thick, add more chickpea water or cold water, one spoon at a time, until you reach the desired creaminess.
4. Taste and adjust salt and lemon as desired. (Optional) Strain the mixture through a fine sieve for a silky texture.
5. Pour the hummus into a serving dish, create a shallow swirl with a spoon, and top with olive oil, paprika, sumac, and parsley.

💡 Tips for Perfect Results

• Chickpea water (aquafaba) gives better smoothness and consistency than regular water.
• Adding ice while blending brightens the color and gives a lighter, airy texture.
• For a mild taste, reduce the garlic or replace it with garlic powder.

🔄 Variations & Alternatives

• Spicy Hummus: Add ½ tsp chili or harissa.
• Beet Hummus: Add ½ cup boiled beetroot for a vibrant color.
• Avocado Hummus: Add ½ avocado for richer creaminess.

📊 Approximate Nutrition (per 2 tbsp ~ 30g)

🛒 Try it with Viola Chickpeas

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