How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Lemon-Garlic Chick Pea Dip with Veggies and Chips?

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: f1 (15-ounce) can chick peas, drained, 1 clove garlic, cracked from skin, 1 lemon, zested and juiced, 4 to 5 sprigs fresh thyme leaves, stripped from stems, and more.

Is Lemon-Garlic Chick Pea Dip with Veggies and Chips suitable as snacks & appetizers?

Yes, Lemon-Garlic Chick Pea Dip with Veggies and Chips falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Lemon-Garlic Chick Pea Dip with Veggies and Chips?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Lemon-Garlic Chick Pea Dip with Veggies and Chips

Name: Lemon-Garlic Chick Pea Dip with Veggies and Chips
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: f1 (15-ounce) can chick peas, drained; 1 clove garlic, cracked from skin; 1 lemon, zested and juiced; 4 to 5 sprigs fresh thyme leaves, stripped from stems; Coarse salt and pepper; A few drops hot sauce, to taste; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil eyeball it; 4 ribs celery from the heart cut into dipping sticks, 4 inches long; 1/2 seedless cucumber, cut into sticks; 1 red bell pepper, trimmed and cut into sticks; 1/2 pint grape tomatoes; 1 sack reduced fat gourmet chips (recommended: Terra brand Garlic and Onion Yukon Gold flavor potato chips (50 percent less fat than regular chips))

Try this homemade Lemon-Garlic Chick Pea Dip with Veggies and Chips recipe the whole family will love. Made with chick peas, clove garlic, lemon and thy…

This Lemon-Garlic Chick Pea Dip with Veggies and Chips relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as garlic, cracked from skin, lemon, zested and juiced, coarse salt and pepper and pint grape tomatoes. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 270 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Snacks & Appetizers

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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