Creamy Homemade Hummus – A Brain‑Boosting Mediterranean Staple
Delicious Homemade Hummus Recipe
Why This Dish Supports Mental Health
The Mediterranean diet is rich in foods that naturally support brain health and emotional balance. Chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, and lemon are packed with fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants that reduce inflammation and stabilize blood sugar — both essential for supporting mood and energy. This is part of the Conquering Depression with the Mediterranean Diet series of recipes and gently guide you toward working for empowerment, encouragement, and lasting emotional wellness. Liesl will help you get started.
When we nourish the body, we strengthen the mind.
Recipe: Easy Homemade Hummus
Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 10 min Servings: Yield: 2 1/2 Source: mygreekdish.com
Ingredients
Basic 2-step super easy hummus recipe
400g boiled or canned chickpeas (14 oz.)
3 tbsps tahini
juice of 1 large lemon
4 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves of garlic, minced
1/2– 1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground cumin
2 tbsps water
a pinch of paprika for garnish
Directions
Basic 2-step super easy hummus recipe
When making a homemade hummus recipe, what really makes a difference is the order that you add the ingredients.
For this hummus recipe, start by adding the tahini and lemon juice in a food processor or blender and pulse for about 1 minute, until thick and light in color. Then the chickpeas go in. Process the mixture, until the chickpeas are minced.
Lots of hummus recipes require to remove the skins from the chickpeas. Although this is not difficult it will certainly take some more time, but the truth is, having tested both ways, I am not sure that it is worth the trouble. If you have the time try it for yourself by gently pinching the chickpeas until the skin comes off.
Add the minced garlic and pour in the olive oil a little bit at a time, whilst pulsing, like making mayonnaise. Blend until the oil is incorporated and the hummus mixture is smooth or coarsely pureed, depending on your preference.
Season with salt and cumin and pour in 1-2 tbsps water, if the hummus is too thick. Pulse for 1 more minute. Done!
Emotional Wellness Reflection
Balanced nutrition helps regulate neurotransmitters like serotonin — often called the “feel‑good chemical.” Small daily choices like this build the foundation for emotional resilience.
Call to Action
If you’re exploring natural ways to support your mental health, you don’t have to do it alone. Connect with Liesl to learn how nutrition, therapy, and lifestyle strategies can work together to strengthen your mood, confidence, and emotional well‑being.
I hope that you enjoy experimenting with the incredibly flavorful, healthy and delicious, anti-inflammatory foods of the Mediterranean and that soon, your mood will lift. When your gut microbiome is happy, you will be happy! For More Support Contact Liesl!
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