Oil-Free Lemon Hummus
Normally when I make hummus I use my regular Oil-Free Hummus recipe, but someone on TikTok challenged me to make a more lemony version - so here is that delightful recipe. I have to say that this Oil-Free Lemon Hummus might become my new go-to! The brightness of lemon really makes it pop.
This delicious on its own as a dip, but you might want to consider using it as a spread on a sandwich or in a wrap. It will elevate your lunch to the next level. Like all hummus this is packed with protein and fibre, but by removing the oil we're also keeping the fats nice and healthy. We make it creamy instead using aquafaba - which is the liquid from the can of chickpeas. If you cook your own chickpeas then you should be keeping the liquid from it. There are so many uses for this liquid gold! If you are cooking your chickpeas from scratch feel free to over-cook them a bit - it’ll make them all the softer!
If you want to go the extra step to creaminess you can peel the chickpeas by pinching them and seeing them squeeze right out of the skin. This is time consuming though, so unless you can get one of your kids to do it - or you do it while you're watching TV it might be a more time consuming step then you want. I get it. It'll still be awesome.
This recipe comes together in mere minutes and it stores beautifully in an airtight container in the fridge for at least a week. Eat it on its own, thin it out to use it as a dressing. There are so many ways to use this Oil-Free Lemon Hummus - let me know how you use it in the comments below!
This Oil-Free Lemon Hummus adds a pop of freshness to your protein packed spread. Use it as a dip, spread, or thin it for a dressing!
- 3 cup Chickpeas (cooked)
- 1/4 cup Tahini
- 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 tbsp Lemon Zest (about one lemon)
- 1/2 tsp Sea Salt
- 1/4 cup Aquafaba (chickpea juice)
Rinse beans and if you’re feeling fancy you can peel off the skins (pinch them, they pop right out of the skin). This is optional, but it does result in a creamier texture. It just takes some extra time (and I usually don't bother).
In a food processor, combine everything except for the aquafaba. Process for several minutes until beans are pureed. While running, slowly drizzle in the aquafaba until well blended.
Store covered in air tight container. Lasts at least a good week in the fridge.
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 213kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5.8g9%
- Saturated Fat 0.69g4%
- Sodium 116mg5%
- Potassium 465mg14%
- Total Carbohydrate 31.5g11%
- Dietary Fiber 9.2g37%
- Sugars 5.5g
- Protein 10.5g21%
- Calcium 6 mg
- Iron 10 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
