This is our families new favorite dip: hummus. We like dunking into hummus with chunks of home made pita breads or freshly sliced veg such as paprika or cauliflower.

Hummus is surprisingly easy to make. All you need is a good blender. Every ingredient you put in is healthy, making it a guilt free dip full of nutrients. Hummus should be nice and smooth.

Dress up your hummus with lots of garnishes, as this is a feast for both your eyes and your taste buds. A large plate of hummus is great as a starter while you get the barbecue going, or when you are serving multiple dips like aioli and tzaziki.

Homemade hummus

• 220 gr tinned or boiled chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
• 70 ml olive oil
• 1 tbsp peanut butter (non chunky)
• juice of half a lemon
• 1 garlic clove
• 1 tbsp good spicy paprika
• To garnish:
  • drizzle of olive oil
  • juice of half a lemon
  • a few chickpeas
  • chopped flat leaf parsley
  • a dash of paprika

1. Blend your hummus ingredients to a smooth dip, it should not contain chunks and be soothingly smooth.
2. Add salt and pepper to taste. If your hummus needs freshening up, add lemon juice.
3. You can keep this hummus in a jar or container in your fridge for a number of days.
4. To serve, spread the dip out over a large serving dish and garnish generously.