Ingredients:
- Chickpeas: 200 g
- Olive oil: 15 ml
- Lemon juice: 10 ml
- Turmeric powder: 5 g
- Water: 60 ml
- Plain yogurt: 60 g
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Salt and black pepper powder to taste
Tool:
Blender
Directions:
Blend everything until smooth; you may add in 6 crushed macadamia nuts before serving.
Demonstration Video
Health Benefits:
- Turmeric contains strong anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anticancer properties, and can delay aging.
- Chickpeas are rich in more than 10 amino acids, various plant proteins, crude fiber, and trace minerals. They help in lowering blood sugar and blood pressure, are blood-nourishing, and are also a good source of calcium.
Tips:
- This recipe serves 4 people. The hummus can be eaten with vegetables, bread and rice.
- It is recommended to use full-fat yogurt to enhance the body’s absorption of turmeric.
- Chickpeas are rich in protein and high in purines. As such, this recipe is not recommended for gout patients.
- For individuals sensitive to soy or legumes, please assess your condition or consult a health practitioner before consumption.