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Creamy Israeli Hummus Bowl

Silky chickpea hummus swirled with tahini and olive oil, served with crispy fried eggplant, bright schug, and tangy pickles. A showstopping dip that feels restaurant-quality but takes 10 minutes.

Total time
10 min
Servings
6
Calories
285
Protein
8g
Creamy Israeli Hummus Bowl
freshelegantrusticisraelimiddle-easternvegetarianvegangluten-free

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Add chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and 1 tsp salt to a food processor.

  2. Step 2

    Pulse until broken down, then stream in ice water while blending until completely smooth and pale, ~3 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Transfer to a shallow bowl and use the back of a spoon to create a well and swirl across the surface.

  4. Step 4

    Drizzle 0.25 cup olive oil into the well and around the edges until it pools.

  5. Step 5

    Top with crispy fried eggplant, schug, and pickled cucumbers. Serve with warm pita bread.

Tools you’ll need

  • food processor
  • shallow serving bowl
  • spoon

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