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Hummus & Veggie Sticks

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Creamy homemade hummus paired with crisp assorted veggie sticks—an easy, wholesome snack or appetizer ready in minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15-oz / 425 g) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 3 Tbsp tahini
  • 2 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 1/2 lemon)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
  • 2–4 Tbsp cold water (as needed for texture)
  • 1 large carrot, cut into sticks
  • 1 medium cucumber, cut into sticks
  • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, cut into sticks

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, cumin, and salt.
  2. Blend until mostly smooth, then drizzle in 2 Tbsp cold water while processing. Continue blending, adding more water 1 Tbsp at a time, until the hummus is creamy and silky.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if desired.
  4. Transfer hummus to a serving bowl, swirl the top with the back of a spoon, and drizzle with a little extra olive oil.
  5. Arrange carrot, cucumber, bell pepper, and celery sticks around the hummus and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Make-ahead: Hummus keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days; stir before serving.
  • Customize: Add roasted red pepper, smoked paprika, or fresh herbs for flavor variations.
  • Tip: Using ice-cold water when blending helps produce an extra-fluffy texture.

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Keywords: hummus, veggie sticks, vegan snack, healthy appetizer, plant-based

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