Marinated Artichoke Hummus

Marinated Artichoke Hummus is a delicious appetizer or snack. The artichokes offer a tanginess lightens the denseness that hummus can have.

This recipe for marinated artichoke hummus is not one of David’s favorites since he ((doesn’t like hummus)). ← Yeah right! He actually loves it.

Regardless of how he claims to feel, hummus has become my new friend! It is quick and easy to make. In just a matter of minutes, you have a delicious snack or appetizer.

This recipe is based on the same recipe as the Roasted Bell Pepper Hummus I made a while back, but it uses marinated artichokes in place of the bell pepper. The artichokes seem to lighten up the denseness that hummus can have and offers a tanginess that makes it seem lighter, almost like a pick-me-up.

• Chickpeas: drain and rinse the chickpeas to contol the sodium in the hummus. Cook dried chickpeas until super mushy for extra creamy hummus.
• Artichokes: marinated artichoke hearts such as Cento, drained
• Tahini: use a good quality tahini to guarantee smoothness. My favorite comes from Beruit.
• Garlic: 1 clove of fresh garlic grated with a microplane so there are no toothy pieces of garlic.
• Lemon Juice: freshly squeezed lemon juice brightens the hummus and gives it some zing.
• Salt: add some kosher salt, to taste to round out the flavors.
• Olive Oil: I use a lot, but you can add less if desired. You can also drizzle some on top of the hummus for serving.

How To Make Marinated Artichoke Hummus

1. Cut one of the quartered artichokes in half, the reserve to hand chop for garnish (optional).
2. Add all of the remaining ingredients EXCEPT the olive oil into a food processor bowl or blender. Pulse a few times to chop the chickpeas. Turn the motor on and slowly pour in the olive oil; continue to process until smooth.
3. Scoop the hummus into a serving bowl. Hand chop the reserved artichoke and sprinkle on top of the hummus.
4. Serve with pita chips, celery, and carrot sticks or veggie of choice.

This marinated artichoke hummus is also a great snack for all of those still on the loose weight bandwagon they hopped on at the beginning of the year.