Hummus ( Middle Eastern and Arabic food )

      Hummus is one of the most popular dips in the Middle East. Served with fresh or toasted bread, hummus makes for a snack or appetizer great. Tahini is an important part of the hummus recipe and can not be replaced.
        Hummus on a high percentage of iron and vitamin C and therefore has large amounts of folic acid and vitamin B6 and the chickpeas are a good source of protein and dietary fiber.; Composed mostly of sesame seeds, tahini, which is an excellent source of the amino acid methionine, complementing the proteins in the chickpeas. . Depending on the recipe, hummus carries varying amounts of monounsaturated fat Hummus is useful in vegetarian diet and a vegetarian, like other groups of cereals and pulses, and it serves as a complete protein when eaten with bread.

How to make hummus

• 1 16 oz can of chickpeas or garbanzo beans             
  
• 1/4 cup liquid from can of chickpeas
• 3-5 tablespoons lemon juice (depending on taste)
• 1 1/2 tablespoons tahini
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation:
Drain chickpeas and set aside liquid from can. Combine remaining ingredients in blender or food processor. Add 1/4 cup of liquid from chickpeas. Blend for 3-5 minutes on low until thoroughly mixed and smooth.
Place in serving bowl, and create a shallow well in the center of the hummus.
Add a small amount (1-2 tablespoons) of olive oil in the well. Garnish with parsley (optional).
Serve immediately with fresh, warm or toasted pita bread, or cover and refrigerate.