Description
This vibrant Garlic Scape Hummus is a delightful dip that combines the mild sweetness of garlic scapes with zesty lemon and rich olive oil. Perfect for sharing or enjoying solo, it’s a quick and easy appetizer that bursts with fresh summer flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup garlic scapes, chopped (about 10–12 scapes)
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1–2 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3–4 tablespoons cold water (more if needed)
- Fresh herbs (such as parsley or cilantro) for garnish (optional)
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the garlic scapes: Rinse and chop the garlic scapes into 1-inch pieces. This will make them easier to blend and integrate into the hummus.
- Blend the base: In a food processor, combine the chopped garlic scapes, drained chickpeas, tahini, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until the mixture is coarse and combined, about 30 seconds.
- Add olive oil: While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil. This will help emulsify the ingredients and create a creamy consistency.
- Adjust the texture: Scrape down the sides of the bowl and add 3-4 tablespoons of cold water. Blend for an additional 1-2 minutes until the hummus is smooth. If it seems too thick, add more water one tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
- Taste and season: Give your hummus a taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. You might want more salt or lemon juice for brightness. Blend again to incorporate any adjustments.
- Transfer the hummus: Scoop the hummus into a serving bowl, smoothing the top with a spatula for an attractive presentation.
- Drizzle and garnish: Drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil over the top of the hummus and, if desired, sprinkle with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for added flavor and color.
- Serve with lemon wedges: Set out lemon wedges alongside your hummus for squeezing over the top just before eating, enhancing the freshness and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: To achieve a silky-smooth texture, blend the hummus longer than you think necessary. If you need a tahini substitute, sunflower seed butter works wonderfully as a nut-free alternative.