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Hummus with Grilled Broccoli

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30min

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4 servings

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Indulge in a healthy and flavorful dish that combines smooth, homemade hummus with charred, zesty grilled broccoli. The creamy hummus, made from scratch with chickpeas and tahini, provides a perfect base for the smoky, lemony grilled broccoli florets. This dish offers a delightful contrast of textures and tastes, making it an excellent appetizer, side dish, or light meal. It's vegan-friendly, packed with nutrients, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors.

Nutrition Facts

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Fiber
Sugar
6 g
3 g
Allergen Content

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Sesame

Ingredients

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Steps

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1
Prepare chickpeas

Drain and rinse chickpeas. Reserve a few for garnish.

2
Blend hummus base

In a food processor, blend chickpeas, tahini, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 2 minced garlic cloves.

3
Add oil and seasonings

With the processor running, drizzle in 3 tablespoons olive oil. Add cumin and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

4
Adjust consistency

Add ice water and process until smooth and creamy.

5
Prepare broccoli

Cut broccoli into florets. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon zest, remaining minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

6
Preheat grill

Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

7
Grill broccoli

Grill broccoli for 3-4 minutes per side, until charred and tender-crisp.

8
Finish broccoli

Remove from grill and toss with remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice and black pepper.

9
Plate hummus

Spread hummus on a serving plate, creating swirls with the back of a spoon.

10
Arrange broccoli

Place grilled broccoli on top of the hummus.

11
Garnish

Drizzle with remaining olive oil, sprinkle with paprika and reserved chickpeas.

12
Serve

Serve immediately with pita bread or vegetable crudités.

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