Mexican Lentil Homemade Hummus
The ultimate comfort food, Mexican Lentil Homemade Hummus is creamy, packed with flavor, and incredibly easy to make. This vibrant dip combines the richness of lentils with zesty lime and spices for a delicious treat. Perfect for sharing at any gathering, you'll want to make this recipe tonight!
Equipment
- Frying Pan
- Blender
- Food Processor
- Large Pot
- Chef's Knife
Ingredients
- 1 cup yellow lentils uncooked
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped and tightly packed
- 3 tablespoons tahini paste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons garlic minced
- 2 limes juiced, large
- 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/4-1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper to desired level of spiciness
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by combining the yellow lentils, water, and salt in a large pan. Place it over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Keep an eye on it as you want to ensure nothing overflows during the cooking process!
- Once the mixture reaches a rolling boil, reduce the heat to medium-low. It's time to let those lentils simmer! Cook them until they're extremely soft, which should take about 40 minutes. The water will absorb, leaving you with perfectly tender lentils.
- After cooking, remove the pan from heat and let it cool slightly. Meanwhile, gather your food processor and all the other ingredients: tahini, olive oil, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper.
- Add the cooked lentils along with the rest of the ingredients into the food processor. Secure the lid, and blend until you reach a smooth and creamy consistency. Take a moment to scrape down the sides as necessary to ensure everything gets blended well.
- Once you’ve achieved that velvety texture, give it a taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or black pepper if needed. Feel free to add an extra squeeze of lime juice for some added brightness.
- Finally, transfer your delicious Mexican Lentil Homemade Hummus into a serving bowl. You can garnish it with a drizzle of olive oil or some extra chopped cilantro. Now, it's time to dig in!
Notes
There are always ways to put a new spin on your Mexican Lentil Homemade Hummus. Here are some variations to consider that can elevate your dip to new levels of flavor.