Hummus Me Tahini (Chick Pea Salad With Tahini)
Description
This vibrant Hummus Me Tahini is a refreshing take on traditional chickpea salads, blending tender, home-cooked chickpeas with a creamy, aromatic tahini dressing. The dish offers a delightful balance of earthy cumin, bright lemon juice, and rich olive oil, creating a smooth yet textured bite that is both satisfying and light. Perfect for a healthy lunch, a picnic side, or a vegan appetizer, it highlights the natural flavors of simple ingredients like garlic, fresh parsley, and high-quality tahini. The overnight chilling allows the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in a chilled salad that is crisp, tangy, and deeply savory. It is an excellent way to enjoy legumes in a versatile, flavorful format that pairs well with warm pita or crisp vegetables.Ingredients
Directions
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Wash the dried chickpeas thoroughly and soak them overnight in cold water with the baking soda, ensuring they are fully covered.
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Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas, then place them in a pot and cover with fresh water.
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Bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until the chickpeas are tender, about 1.5 to 2 hours.
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Drain the cooked chickpeas and push them through a sieve or food mill to remove coarse fibers, collecting the smooth pulp.
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In a small bowl, whisk the tahini with the 1/3 cup water until completely dissolved and smooth.
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Place the chickpea pulp in a mixing bowl and begin beating it briskly with a whisk or fork.
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Alternately add the tahini mixture, lemon juice, and olive oil, a teaspoonful at a time, while continuing to beat vigorously until emulsified.
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Crush the garlic cloves directly into the mixture and stir in the optional ground coriander, cumin, salt, and pepper.
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Beat for another minute to combine, then taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
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Cover and refrigerate overnight to allow flavors to meld.
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Serve cold, garnished with additional chopped fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 181.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15.2g24%
- Saturated Fat 2.1g11%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 3.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 8.4g3%
- Dietary Fiber 3.4g14%
- Sugars 3.4g
- Protein 3.2g7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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