There are many things that I've learnt to love since going vegan. Bananas, avocados, bell peppers, tofu bur first and foremost I've come to appreciate the beauty that is a perfectly creamy hummus. Everyone who's been following me on Instagram for a while probably knows that I've got a real sweet tooth and rarely choose savoury food if there is any kind of fruit around. With one exception. Hummus. A thick layer spread on a rice cake and my day is made. Hopefully you all like this recipe as well!
My Basic Hummus Recipe
Yields: 1-2 servings
2/3 cup cooked chickpeas
1 tbsp almond milk (Or olive oil if you want an even creamier texture)
1 tbsp nutritional yeast
1-2 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Salt to taste
Optional: 1/2 tsp Paprika powder
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1. Place chickpeas in a colander in the sink and rinse to get rid of any excess sliminess from the can.
2. Blend all ingredients in a small bowl using a hand blender. Food processors are not recommended for this recipe.
3. Sprinkle with sesame seeds or drizzle with olive oil. Serve as a condiment to falafels, pita bread dishes, salads or maybe the roasted squash below!
Oven-roasted Herb-rubbed Winter Squash
Yields: 2 servings
1/2 small muscat pumpkin or winter squash of your choice
1 zucchini
1 tbsp olive oil
Herbs such as rosemary, thyme and oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
How to:
1. Pre-heat oven to 225C.
2. Cut your squash into halves and scoop out the seeds and the slimy, stringy things surrounding them. Save the other half of your squash in the fridge, unless you want bigger servings, then go ahead and use both halves.
3. Slice the squash about 1/2-inch thick for each slice and put aside.
4. Cut the zucchini lengthwise and slice in 1/2-inch thick slices.
5. Place the vegetables on a lined baking tray and rub with first olive oil then herbs. Spread out evenly on the tray and rosy in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the squash is soft enough to pierce with a fork.