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High-Protein Hummus

Creamy High-Protein Hummus with a Secret Cottage Cheese Boost

This high-protein hummus is a creamy, nutritious dip that keeps you feeling full longer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 can Garbanzo Beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese can substitute with Greek yogurt
For Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Tahini peanut butter can be used as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice fresh is best
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin optional
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt adjust to taste
For Texture
  • 3 Ice Cubes

Equipment

  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by draining and rinsing one can of garbanzo beans under cold water. Lay the chickpeas on a kitchen towel to dry slightly.
  2. In a food processor, combine the prepared garbanzo beans with cottage cheese, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, sea salt, and ice cubes.
  3. Blend the mixture for about 3-4 minutes, stopping every minute to scrape down the sides.
  4. Taste your hummus and adjust flavors as needed, then blend briefly to incorporate adjustments.
  5. Transfer the hummus to a serving dish and serve immediately with pita chips or veggies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal creaminess, consider removing the skins from garbanzo beans. Hummus can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge.

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