Garlic Garbanzo Dip

Creamy, flavorful, and ready in just 10 minutes, this Garlic Garbanzo Dip is a must-try for fans of quick and healthy appetizers. With its velvety blend of protein-packed chickpeas, nutty tahini, fresh lemon juice, and a kick of garlic and cumin, this homemade dip delivers restaurant-quality taste with minimal effort. Perfect for a crowd or weekday snacking, it pairs beautifully with crisp veggies, warm pita bread, or crunchy crackers. A drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of smoky paprika make this dip as visually appealing as it is delicious. Gluten-free, vegan, and made with pantry staples, this versatile recipe is a go-to for effortless entertaining or a quick, nutritious treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 15 ounces canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
• 2 whole garlic cloves, peeled
• 2 tablespoons tahini (sesame seed paste)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons water
• 0.25 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoons olive oil (for drizzling, optional)

Directions

Step 1

1. Place the drained and rinsed chickpeas into the bowl of a food processor.

Step 2

2. Add the garlic cloves, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and water to the food processor.

Step 3

3. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the food processor as needed. Add an additional tablespoon of water if the dip is too thick.

Step 4

4. Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice as desired.

Step 5

5. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and drizzle a small amount of olive oil on top, if desired.

Step 6

6. Sprinkle with paprika for garnish and serve with fresh vegetables, pita bread, or crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	573.2 grams (573.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1319

Total Fat 74.20g	95%
Saturated Fat 10.40g	52%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1949mg	85%
Total Carbohydrate 128.50g	47%
Dietary Fiber 36.20g	129%
Total Sugars 21.80g
Protein 45.10g	90%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 372mg	29%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 1471mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.0%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 37.7%