Pairing hummus with veggies? A delicious no-brainer. But pairing it with a salad? Tell me more. This salad starts by smoothing a layer of hummus beneath your bed of greens, giving your meal tons of added texture, nutrients, and flavor. Yum!

But this hummus isn’t your typical recipe. Coriander and cumin combine to add a blend of smooth earthy flavor that helps enhance the taste of your crisp and crunchy veggies. Its velvety smooth texture makes our take on creamy hummus a delicious salad dressing stand-in.

Whether you dip, dress, or eat it by the spoonful, we hope you enjoy!

Serves: 6

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Tools

Food Processor or Blender

Hummus Ingredients

2  cans chickpeas, 1 drained

1/2  cup tahini

2  cloves garlic

1  onion, sliced

3  tablespoon nutritional yeast seasoning

1  lemon, juiced

1/4  cup olive oil

1  teaspoon cumin

1  teaspoon coriander

Salt and pepper

Salad Ingredients

4  cups baby lettuce mix

1  cup cherry tomatoes, quartered

2  small cucumbers, sliced

1/4  cup slivered almonds

3  tablespoons fresh mint leaves

1/2  small white onion, sliced

Salt and pepper

1.  Add all hummus ingredients to food processor or blender.

2.  Blend until smooth and consistent. Set aside to start the salad.

3. Add salad ingredients to a large bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Mix to combine and set aside.

5. Using a knife or the back of a large spoon, smooth a layer of hummus onto serving plates to create the “hummus bed.”

6. Top with salad, serve, and enjoy!

After you assemble your dish, drizzle with a little extra olive oil and a small squeeze of lemon to get more pops of flavor in every bite. And if you’re a fan of extra creamy hummus, simply add more tahini to get an even smoother texture.

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Are you a salad fiend? Try a heartier dish like our Vegan Sweet Potato Salad or keep it light with a refreshing Citrus Salad featuring our ZENB Veggie Sticks.