Avocado Garlic Hummus

Avocado garlic Hummus / Hummus de ajo y avocado

f you’re wondering what to serve during your next cocktail party, this fusion recipe may be the answer. This hummuscan be a fun option to add to your table, mainly because it is super easy to prepare and very practical to serve.

Hummus is a spread made from chickpeas or garbanzo beans. My version incorporates a Latin touch with the addition of avocado and a garnish of cilantro. The avocado gives it an extra creamy consistency and increases the nutritional value of the hummus. One small avocado contains good fats (2.5 grams of saturated fat), vitamin K, E, B as well as fiber and potassium. Avocados are also rich in other minerals especially copper, zinc, iron, and magnesium.

The classic version of hummus is typically served with olive oil, sprinkled in the center with a little paprika and garnished with parsley. Others also add a few black olives or chickpeas on top. Avocados are originally from Mexico and were successfully introduced in America. They are super popular today and can be found anywhere from burgers, sandwiches and salads, to cakes and mousses! And now, hummus!  Part hummus spread, part guacamole, this dip is sure to be a hit on any table.

Ingredients

4 or 5 garlic cloves

1 can (15.5 oz) chickpeas

1 avocado

1 tablespoon tahini

½ lime juice

Salt (to taste)

Fresh ground Black pepper (to taste)

4 oz of olive oil

Chopped cilantro, for garnish (to taste)

Chopped black olives, for garnish (to taste)

Paprika, for garnish (optional)

 

Procedure

1. To prepare the garlic paste, place whole garlic and a touch of olive oil in a baking tray
2. Bake it at 320 F for approximately 1 hour
3. Remove tray from oven and let it cool
4. Squeeze 4 or 5 garlic cloves out of their skins and mash them with a fork
5. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, avocado, garlic paste, tahini, lime juice, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
6. Process the mixture until is smooth and homogeneous
7. Stir and adjust seasoning to taste.
8. Transfer mixture to a serving spread bowl and garnish with  the fresh chopped cilantro leaves, chopped black olives and olive oil
9. Enjoy