Hummus with Toasted Pine Nuts, Cumin Seeds, and Parsley Oil Recipe

Name: Hummus with Toasted Pine Nuts, Cumin Seeds, and Parsley Oil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup packed fresh flat-leafed parsley sprigs plus 2 to 3 additional sprigs; 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons pine nuts; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 2 (19-ounce) cans chickpeas; 4 garlic cloves; 2/3 cup well-stirred tahini* (Middle Eastern sesame paste); 2/3 cup water; 5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon salt; Toasted pita chips; *available at natural foods stores and some supermarkets

Servings: persons

1/4 cup packed fresh flat-leafed parsley sprigs plus 2 to 3 additional sprigs
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons pine nuts
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 (19-ounce) cans chickpeas
4 garlic cloves
2/3 cup well-stirred tahini* (Middle Eastern sesame paste)
2/3 cup water
5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
Toasted pita chips
*available at natural foods stores and some supermarkets

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
In a blender or small food processor puree 1/4 cup parsley with 1/4 cup oil.
3
Pour mixture through a fine sieve set over a bowl, pressing hard on solids, and discard solids.
4
In a small baking pan toast pine nuts and cumin seeds, stirring occasionally, until nuts are golden, about 10 minutes.
5
In a colander rinse and drain chickpeas and in a food processor puree 1/2 cup with garlic until garlic is finely minced.
6
Add tahini, water, lemon juice, salt, remaining chickpeas, and remaining 1/2 cup olive oil and puree until smooth.
7
Recipe may be prepared up to this point 3 days ahead.
8
Keep hummus and parsley oil chilled, covered, and pine nuts and cumin seeds in an airtight container at room temperature.
9
Bring parsley oil to room temperature before using.
10
Strip leaves from additional parsley sprigs.
11
Divide hummus between 2 shallow dishes and smooth tops.
12
Drizzle hummus with parsley oil and sprinkle with parsley, pine nuts, and cumin seeds.
13
Serve hummus with pita toasts.

720

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup packed fresh flat-leafed parsley sprigs plus 2 to 3 additional sprigs, 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 3 tablespoons pine nuts, 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, and more.

Yes, Hummus with Toasted Pine Nuts, Cumin Seeds, and Parsley Oil falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Hummus with Toasted Pine Nuts, Cumin Seeds, and Parsley Oil

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