Rather then tell you about how much I love hummus (which is a whole lot) I’m going to talk about my love of lemons today!
I start everyday out with a large glass of lemon water and I really recommend it. Not only are lemons packed with all kinds of vitamins including, calcium, magnesium, and potassium but when you drink a glass of luke warm lemon water in the morning it also really helps with digestion, which is something I always welcome. And, although lemons taste very acidic, they actually have the opposite effect on your body. They provide a much needed (in most people) alkaline effect on the body which really helps reduce inflammation and prevent diseases such as cancer. This article highlights a few other benefits of drinking lemon water in the morning!
And if the health benefits weren’t enough to convince you to embrace lemons, I’m also pretty obsessed with the taste of them. Lemons have become my go-to condiment these days. If a dish needs a refreshing element or some brightening up, add some lemon juice or zest! If a dish is too rich and needs something to cut that richness, add some lemon! If a dish is too sweet and needs some citrus tang, add some lemon! There is really nothing that lemons can’t fix! In fact, (I hope this isn’t TMI) but I actually use lemons as a natural form of deodorant. The acidity of the lemons absorbs the moisture and keeps you smelling citrusy fresh! Although, I wouldn’t recommend putting it on immediately after shaving, I learned that the hard way š
Roasted vegetables are my other jam these days and can you guess what my favorite thing to do with roasted broccoli is?! You guessed it! Squeeze some lemon juice right over it! I love playing around with different hummus flavors and this is one of my favorites so far! I hope you enjoy it too š
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Roasted Broccoli & Lemon Hummus
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 1– 15 ounce can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained (reserve the liquid) or 1 1/2 cups chickpeas
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- juice of 1 lemon
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 2 1/2 cups broccoli florets, cut small
- olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Place broccoli on a large sheet pan and drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Roast for 10-15 minutes, until broccoli is tender and beginning to brown. Let cool.
- Add the broccoli along with all the other ingredients to a food processor. Turn the food processor on and slowly add the reserved chickpea liquid, or water, until desired consistency is reached. I used about 3 tablespoons.
- Enjoy with crackers!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Appetizer, Gluten Free, Vegan
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What a fabulous post about the virtues of lemons! I always have some to hand because I find I use them in so many recipes. I’ve never heard of the deodorant use before – but … great idea! I hate thinking that I’m putting chemicals under my arms …
As for the hummus, well … that’s one of my favourite things to eat, and I love that it’s so easy to throw together once you’ve got the ingredients in, too. Great idea to add nutrient-rich broccoli!
Thanks Helen!! I always try to have some on hand too just in case my food needs that extra little boost! It works surprising well as deodorant, but as I said before, don’t put it on newly shaven armpits or you might scream! I love that hummus is so easy too because I make it once a week and I have no patience to wait around for it š
I love hummus in every form and taste, I tried it at least with 20 different veggies, but never thought of a broccoli one. Amazing idea and pictures š
I love hummus so much too! I used to eat just the garlic kind, but now I love putting all kinds of fun things into it š
I almost always start my day out with a glass of warm lemon water as well. Broccoli is my all-time favorite vegetable, but I would literally have never ever thought to put it in hummus. I love!
Mine too! Even when I was a picky kid I loved it so much! Lemon water in the morning is the best way to start the day š
I love drinking lemon water, it’s a great way to cleanse a little! I love this hummus, the fact that it has veggies inside is a plus too š
Me too! I think it gives us an excuse to eat it with a spoon since the veggies are already in it š
Oooo good to know about lemons! I find it amazing how just a small squirt of lemon juice can add a TON of flavor and make something go from bland to totally delicious. This hummus is so fun! Who could say no to all this goodness.
I know! I never understand it when people say they don’t like lemons! I go through almost a dozen per week!
Homemade hummus is the best (and so easy!) and this version with broccoli and lemon…omg. Yes please. Can I eat the whole bowl?!
I know! I used to buy it all the time because I had no idea how easy it was! Now, I always try to have some chickpeas on hand so I can make it whenever I get the craving š I ate the whole bowl, so no judgment here!
Oh wow, what a creative spin on hummus! I just love this! Will definitely have to give it a try, Isadora š
Thanks Denise! I hope you love it š
I just started eating hummus a week ago, haha, and only the store brand so it’s time to make my own =) I love broccoli and I love lemon and agreed, so good for you. I drink so much lemon water though that I’ve worn down the enamel on my teeth, yikes. Yours is beautiful and so nicely presented. What a nice healthy snack for the Sunday game instead of pizza and wings. Lovely =)
I used to only buy the store brand, but now that I know just how easy it is to make at home, and a lot cheaper!, I make it all the time! Once you make your first batch you won’t be able to stop š Oh no, that is not good about your teeth! I will have to watch out for that!
I agree, warm lemon water is the perfect morning drink to gently wake your system up! I haven’t thought of using lemon as a type of deodorant, though! It makes sense, as the scent of lemon is naturally associated with the idea of cleanliness, as shown by all the lemon-scented cleaning products available. This hummus looks A+!! Adding some extra veggies to an already delicious source of protein? Yes, please! Thank you for sharing this tasty snack, Izzy!
Yah for morning lemon water! It works really well as a deoderant, I just have to make sure I know which one is the morning lemon water lemon and which one is the deoderant lemon, haha! I don’t want to get them confused! Yah, so glad you like this hummus! I used the excuse that the hummus already had veggies in it to just eat it with a spoon š
This recipe sounds great. I would have never thought to add broccoli but there are so many amazing variations on a tradition hummus, that I am pretty sure this will be another.
Thanks Kathy! I love a good traditional hummus, but it is so much fun adding all kinds of fun flavors to it!
I had no idea lemons were so good for you! I don’t really like the taste of it in water, though I do love cooking with lemons! And this hummus looks amazing! I am addicted to hummus, I feel like I go through one container a week just by myself! This homemade version looks incredible, Izzy! Especially with the broccoli and lemon. What a great combo!
I know, it is kinda crazy all the benefits one little lemon can have! All the more reason to sneak it into everything š I am so addicted to it too, I think I could eat an entire tub in one sitting!
I like to put half a lemon in a cup of hot water in the morning after breakfast. The sour kick wakes me up, plus I just think lemons are soooo tasty!
That sounds perfect, Kelly! Lemons really are so tasty and they make everything you put them in so much tastier too š
Oh my goodness, BROCCOLI hummus?! You are speaking my hummus love language, Izzy! Lately, I’ve been indulging in just about every hummus under the sun, but THIS is definitely calling out to me! Love the combo of broccoli and lemon!
Hummus love language is the best kind of language to speak!! And the broccoli makes it sooooo good! I think you would love this, Sarah! š
Now this sounds like my kind of hummus. I bet it is packed with so much flavour. I can’t wait to try it.
Thank you, Dannii! I think you would love this hummus š
Not TMI! An all natural lemony deodorant? That’s worth sharing, Izzy! I appreciate the reminder to drink lemon juice in the morning. I get going, then forget to do an all important task. It’s an excellent habit to get into. This hummus looks inviting. Love that you used lemon zest and a whole lemon’s juice along with roasted garlic! I think I’ll whip up a double batch today! Thank you!
Give that Cheeto a chin scratch for me…. looks like he’s up to no good!
I’m so glad you are on board with my lemon deodorant idea, Traci!! I have a hard time remembering things in the morning too, I’m definitely not a morning person! But the lemon water helps! I hope you love this hummus! I’m already dreaming of making another batch, I just can’t get enough hummus!
I will definitely give Cheeto a chin scratch š He had just gotten stuck in the closet and I had to open the doors up to let him out, haha!
I looovee lemons and love drinking a big glass of lemon water along with my tea to wake me up in the morning. Roasted Broccoli and hummus are two of my fav. things ever so I cannot wait to try this recipe!!! And I love that we both posted a hummus recipe this week – I can never add enough hummus recipes to my repertoire š Pinned!
Isn’t hummus the best! I can literally eat the entire bowlful when I make it! There is just something about a big glass of lemon water in the morning that helps you wake up and makes the day much better! I’m going to check out your hummus recipe right now!!
Hehe, I am loco for lemons too and start my day with lemon water as well. My husband always cringes because my son and I can eat lemons like oranges haha.
Love this hummus, I’ve never thought of adding roasted broccoli and absolutely love that idea! It looks fabulous!
My husband always ask what that strange stuff floating around in my water is, haha! I’m glad you are loco for lemons too š
I WOULD DIVE HEAD FIRST INTO THIS and eat my way out of it in under 2 minutes, NO JOKE! ha ha!
This idea of a roasted broccoli hummus sounds great! Pinning! I also start each day with a glass of lemon water and I love it!
I love lemons too, and I also drink a tall glass of warm lemon water in the morning! This hummus looks delicious!