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    Home » Recipe » Course & Meal Type » Appetizers » Parsley Hummus

    Posted on: Jan 23, 2013 · Modified: Mar 24, 2020 by honeywhatscooking · 24 Comments

    Parsley Hummus

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    Get off your ass, it's time to bellydance.
    Ahhh… hummus.  It is like my favorite thing in the world, mainly because it is...
    so simple to make...
    it tastes great...
    it is highly versatile...
    and it is super healthy.
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    I mean, seriously, how many appetizers can you really say that about?  In this recipe I incorporated canned organic chickpeas, of course you can totally cook your own fresh chickpeas and I can only imagine how much better the taste would be.
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    Also, I emphasize using a good quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil here since you aren't cooking anything, nonetheless using a good quality EVOO will really enhance the flavors in this hummus.  parsley hummus 067

    This slightly tangy and appetizing dip goes great served with pita bread, pita chips, crackers, on a sandwich, or with a salad.  You simply can’t go wrong.  parsley hummus 077

    After some experimenting, I came up with my own version of Parsley Hummus which seem to tantalize my taste buds, now I can only hope it does for you too.parsley hummus 094

    After much debate and overindulging in my Parsley Hummus, my husband insisted this dip is a 4 instead of a perfect 5.  Say what?  Well, enjoy and please leave your feedback if you make this!parsley hummus 061




    NUTRITION: Chickpeas are a great source of Protein, Fiber, Iron, and Folic Acid.  Tahini is a rich source of Vitamin B.  Parsley is an excellent source of Vitamins A, C, and K, and a good source of Folic Acid and Iron.  Lemon is an excellent source of Vitamin C.




    INGREDIENTS:
    for Traditional Hummus

    • Organic Canned Chickpeas – 1 (15 ounce) can
    • Garlic – 2 cloves
    • Fresh Lemon Juice – 4 tbsp  (start with 3 tbsp, add more if need be.)
    • Tahini Paste – 2 tbsp
    • Extra Virgin Olive Oil (good quality) – 1 tablespoon
    • Cold Water – ¼ cup
    • Cayenne Pepper – ½ tsp  (use ¼ teaspoon of you can’t handle heat)
    • salt – ½ teaspoon + a pinch more

    for Parsley Hummus

    • Extra Virgin Olive Oil – ½ tbsp
    • Parsley – small handful (finely chopped or just add it to the food processor)





    DIRECTIONS:
    1. Start by adding all the ingredients of the “Traditional Hummus” to the food processor.
    2. Blend for a minute to 2 minutes until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
    3. This is what you should have… traditional hummus... a smooth paste to slightly chunky.
    4. Finely chop the parsley.  You have 2 options – either add this to the food processor and blend, however for better presentation, finely chop the parsley and go to step 5.
    5. In a bowl, add ½ a tablespoon of EVOO and the parsley.  Mix well.parsley hummus 122
    6. Pour the traditional hummus into a serving bowl.
    7. Top with the parsley/oil combo and sprinkle a little cayenne pepper as garnish (if you can handle heat).parsley hummus 020
    8. Serve with Stacy’s Multigrain Pita Chips.parsley hummus 002
    9. Then you can get crazy and swirl it all in to yield Parsley Hummus.  Delectable!parsley hummus 078

    TELL ME: What are your favorite variations of Hummus?  What do you eat Hummus with? 



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    1. Khushboo says

      January 23, 2013 at 9:25 am

      Yummm! I love hummus- it's definitely my kryptonite! Once it's placed in front of me, there's no stopping me :)! I'v never tried parsley hummus but I love hummus with tabouleh which is loaded with parsley so I'm pretty sure this is a hit! Another great variety is roasted red pepper! Once your peppers are roasted, blend them together with the hummus and add some cumin- delicious and the color is very pretty ;)!

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    2. The Squishy Monster says

      January 23, 2013 at 3:41 pm

      I bet the parsley pairs so well with the other bright components of this hummus. This seems like a natural choice and a LOVELY hummus, my friend =)

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    3. nina says

      January 23, 2013 at 9:49 pm

      OMG this is sooo good. I love hummus, but haven't tried it with the addition of Parsley.This is a great idea. I have always bought the one from TJs Hummus with chipotle peppers. I must try yours. lovely!

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    4. honeywhatscooking says

      January 23, 2013 at 10:38 pm

      @Khushboo - hummus is your kryptonite? Cupcakes are mine! Yeah, but with hummus, there is no stopping me either. It's awesome with parsley. I've had roasted pepper hummus too, just never made it. I bet it's awesome homemade. 🙂

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    5. honeywhatscooking says

      January 23, 2013 at 10:38 pm

      @Squishy - I've been eating it with Stacy's Pita Chips and of course in a sandwich. So good. Thanks!! 🙂

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    6. honeywhatscooking says

      January 23, 2013 at 10:39 pm

      @Nina - Thanks girl! It's really yummy with parsley... I'm telling you, once you try the real thing, you won't buy it in a box. Big difference in taste, and I can only imagine how much better it would taste with fresh chickpeas. 🙂

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    7. Dixya says

      January 23, 2013 at 11:02 pm

      i love hummus- give me a bowl of that and we will be BFFs. I will def be making them soon - i just need a slight variation in hummus recipe and i am sold. loved the idea of adding roasted pepper- thanks Khushboo!

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    8. Lauren says

      January 24, 2013 at 12:30 am

      Ahhh absolutely love hummus! Loves amazing.

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    9. Deepti says

      January 24, 2013 at 12:48 am

      Amazing! love the home made hummus. I have been wanting to do hummus at home, your post has really inspired me to do it and soon shall I. Addition of parsley would have given wonderful aroma and taste

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    10. Natalie says

      January 24, 2013 at 1:19 am

      Ok your hummus looks amazing! I am obsessed with hummus and love trying new variations. I like my hummus super garlicky so I always add extra but I am totally liking this parsley addition too! Will try it out!

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    11. Parita @ myinnershakti says

      January 24, 2013 at 2:21 am

      YUM! I shy away from making my own hummus because that would mean having to buy an entire jar of tahini. But you make it look so simple and delicious!

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    12. honeywhatscooking says

      January 24, 2013 at 3:00 am

      @Dixya - haha.. yes, roasted red peppers would be a great addition.

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    13. honeywhatscooking says

      January 24, 2013 at 3:00 am

      @Lauren - thanks girl! Hope you make it.

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    14. honeywhatscooking says

      January 24, 2013 at 3:02 am

      @Deepti - yup, parsley has a wonderful aroma and is a great addition.

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    15. honeywhatscooking says

      January 24, 2013 at 3:03 am

      @Natalie - I love garlicky hummus too.. I think I love all variations. 🙂

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    16. honeywhatscooking says

      January 24, 2013 at 3:05 am

      @Parita - You'd be surprised, I buy the tahini from Trader Joe's... it's not a huge jar. It's fairly simple to make. 🙂

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    17. Bianca @ Confessions of a Chocoholic says

      January 24, 2013 at 6:52 pm

      I go through phases where I eat tubs of hummus back to back then I briefly forget about it haha. I like all kinds, but usually prefer the spicy ones. I also like the edamame hummus from Trader Joe's 🙂

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    18. Jen @ The Scrumptious Pumpkin says

      January 24, 2013 at 8:18 pm

      Your freshly made hummus looks wonderful. I love the tasty addition of parsley here too (makes it even healthier) 🙂

      Reply
    19. honeywhatscooking says

      January 25, 2013 at 11:39 pm

      @Bianca - I love spicy ones too.. I need a little kick in anything I eat. Heard of the edamame hummus at TJ, but never tried it.

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    20. honeywhatscooking says

      January 25, 2013 at 11:40 pm

      @Jen - thanks.. the parsley adds depths of flavor.

      Reply
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    22. Yahoo Finance says

      August 28, 2016 at 11:05 am

      I have never heard of humus before today but this does look very delicious. I am trying to find some recipes and will have to see if my family likes it. Thanks.

      Reply
    23. Jessica says

      March 20, 2019 at 9:32 am

      Amazing recipe! Another tip I think you would love is hat if you soak those chickpeas overnight and take out the top shell of each one the next day and then continue this recipe. It will make the hummus sooo smooth and no chunks!

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      • honeywhatscooking says

        March 22, 2019 at 12:57 am

        Yes! Next time I will make it with soaked chickpeas now that I have an instant pot. I'm sure the flavor will be a hundred times better. 🙂

        Reply

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