Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean dishes with this easy recipe, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, featuring fresh ingredients and delightful aromas.
Ingredients
- Fresh parsley
- Ripe heirloom tomatoes
- Canned chickpeas
- Fresh garlic
- Lemon juice
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Pita bread
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for a smooth cooking process.
- If using dried chickpeas, soak overnight, then cook until tender (about 1 hour). For canned, simply drain and rinse.
- Finely chop parsley, tomatoes, and garlic into small pieces.
- In a bowl, blend chickpeas with minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth. Optionally add tahini or cumin for extra flavor.
- Serve the dip drizzled with olive oil and garnished with paprika or herbs alongside warm pita bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Customize your dish by swapping seasonal vegetables. - Enhance texture and flavor by adding nuts or dried fruits. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat.