Oil-Free Spicy Spinach & Spirulina Hummus

Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 5 mins | Serves: 4

Hummus is almost like the savoury version of a smoothie. We know that green smoothies can be incredibly healthy, therefore so can be green hummus! The combination of spinach, spirulina, chickpeas and tahini, creates a true nutrient powerhouse! What's more, this unique recipe is entirely oil-free.

We’ve spread ours on bread, but it’s also delicious as a dip for carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers!

Ingredients

240g chickpeas (1 tin)
50g blanched spinach
30g aquafaba (chickpea liquid from tin)
30g lemon juice
20g tahini
1 garlic clove
1tsp (5g) Naturya Spirulina powder
1tsp cumin powder
1/2 tsp garam masala
1/2 tsp coriander powder
1/2 tsp black salt
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp red chilli powder (or to taste)
Pinch of salt
Pinch of black pepper

Method

Drain the can of chickpeas but keep the liquid for later use (this is aquafaba)
Blanch the spinach in boiling hot water for 2-3 minutes
Drain the spinach and squeeze out the excess water
Add all the ingredients into a food processor and blend until smooth and creamy, scraping the sides down a few times along the way
Serve as a dip with vegetables or spread on toast with tahini, cucumber, roasted red pepper, rocket, balsamic glaze, Naturya Seed Crunch Breakfast Boost and enjoy!