Hummus is one of those dishes that tells a story from afar. Originating in the heart of the Middle East, it has become a global symbol of healthy, simple, yet flavorful cuisine over the years. This version, enriched with sun-dried tomatoes and enhanced with Colli Borbonici® extra virgin olive oil, creates the perfect blend of oriental spices and Mediterranean radiance.
The result is a velvety cream, perfect for transforming an aperitif into a moment of authentic pleasure, combining tradition and modernity.
🥣 Ingredients (for 4 people)
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250g cooked chickpeas (boiled at home or from a can, well drained)
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80 g of dried tomatoes in oil (or rehydrated in warm water, if natural)
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1 tablespoon tahini (sesame paste)
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1 clove of garlic (optional, for those who like a more intense flavour)
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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3 tablespoons Colli Borbonici® extra virgin olive oil
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Salt to taste
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Cold water to taste (to adjust the consistency)
👩🍳 Preparation
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Blend the chickpeas : place them in the blender with the dried tomatoes, tahini and lemon juice.
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Add the oil : pour in the Colli Borbonici® oil in a thin stream, continuing to blend until you obtain a thick, uniform cream.
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Adjust the consistency : if the mixture is too compact, add a drizzle of cold water, a little at a time.
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Taste and finish : add salt to taste, and if you want a stronger flavor, add half a clove of garlic.
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Serve : Transfer to a small bowl, garnish with a drizzle of raw oil and a few strips of sun-dried tomato.
🌟 Why choose Colli Borbonici® Oil
Oil is not a detail: it is the element that makes the difference.
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It enhances the natural sweetness of chickpeas.
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It tones down and at the same time harmonizes the flavor of dried tomatoes.
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It gives a fruity and enveloping finish that prolongs the taste in the mouth.
Hummus is incomplete without quality oil: with Colli Borbonici® oil, every spoonful becomes a sensory journey.
🍷 Pairings and suggestions
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Serve it with toasted homemade bread or crunchy durum wheat croutons.
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Accompany it with a glass of chilled white wine or a dry sparkling wine.
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Try it as a cream for a seasonal vegetable dip: simple, healthy, and surprisingly refined.
👉 This sun-dried tomato hummus with Colli Borbonici® oil is more than just a recipe: it's a way to bring to the table the meeting of different cultures, united by a passion for authentic flavors and the golden thread of extra virgin olive oil.