Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons tahini (sesame paste)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro) for garnish
- Smoked paprika or paprika for a fiery finish
- Optional: a drizzle of honey for subtle sweetness
Instructions
- Gather all Middle-earth ingredients and rinse chickpeas thoroughly.
- Add chickpeas, tahini, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and cumin to a food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy, then season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the hummus to a decorative platter, shaping it into a fortress or cityscape. Garnish with chopped herbs, smoked paprika, and a drizzle of olive oil. Optionally, add edible flowers for a magical touch.
Notes
- Store the hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Re-garnish with fresh herbs before serving for the best presentation.
- For added authenticity, shape the hummus into a cityscape resembling Minas Tirith.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Fantasy
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 80 Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg