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Arriving this time of the year our dinners at home are usually light and refreshing, in fact we basically eat gazpacho, cold creams, salads and similar dishes. Looking for ideas about new creams I found an image on Pinterest in which they suggested several hummus recipes, many of them caught my attention but this … captivated me. So I made it and today I bring you this Greek hummus with naan bread.
Ok, you will have noticed but … I have new web! I really wanted to share it with you! We have been working on it for a couple of months, well, rather the people who have designed it (THANKS, THANKS AND MANY THANKS for your work and blessed patience) and my “half-lemon” that has been beaten to implant the design and check everything works properly. For my part I only said how I wanted it to be and … not muchmore. But it’s finally here! I hope you like it as much as we do.
I shared with you last week the recipe of naan bread, is a variety of bread that we can make a lot of recipes with. Not only can it serve to dip in sauces or accompany dishes, but it can also be a fantastic choice to use as a base like a toast or even pizza. We will have it ready in a short time and is cooked in a pan or iron skillet, no oven, that is appreciated with these 104ºF we are enjoying …
We can make the hummus with dried chickpeas soaked and cooked at home or use cooked and canned chickpeas. I leave it at your choice and the desire that you have to cook. Its elaboration is quite simple, it has no mystery and the only thing that we will need to make it will be a food processor or blender.
As easy as blending all the ingredientsand rectify salt in case it was necessary. In my case I adjust the amounts of ingredients to my taste and, in addition, I added a little olive oil, garlic, peppermint and honey. So you can follow the recipe that I share or modify it to your tastes in case any of the ingredients does not like you.
We can serve it in many ways, either in a bowl accompanied by crudités, crusty bread like lavash, colines… or make this version of “summer toast” with naan bread. These recipes are very well presented and are ideal for solving a quick dinner.
On the surface we can use vegetables, nuts … at your choice. I share a present suggestion with raw asparagus finely sliced (yes, you can eat them this way and the result is quite nice if it is laminated very finely), peas, feta cheese and some mint. The result is fantastic, very refreshing and a combination of absolutely amazing flavors.
I would like to make a table of hummus or creams to dip, do you have any more suggestions to accompany this?
Of course, you can serve this Greek hummus accompanied by other creams / sauces like:
The upper recipes are only available in Spanish
All of them can be prepared in advance so we only have to remove them from the fridge when we want to serve or enjoy them 😉
FAQs
When you are running short on time, look no further than a wholesome Mediterranean wrap. Prepared with a bunch of simple ingredients like shredded chicken, hummus, tzatziki sauce, chopped fresh veggies, a homemade red wine vinaigrette, and crumbled cheese, all wrapped up in fluffy naan.
Is hummus better with naan or pita? ›
Naan can also be used to scoop up dips like hummus or served alongside Indian curries, Italian sauces or even chili. While both naan and pita bread are delicious in their own way, naan bread has a softer texture and richer flavor profile that makes it a versatile option for any range of dishes.
Is naan bread ok for a Mediterranean diet? ›
Trying your hand at the Mediterranean diet? This vegetarian (but still with 19 g protein) salad on naan bread is a great dinner option.
Is naan bread Greek? ›
Usually softer, naan originates in India, by way of Persia. The name comes from the Persian word, non, for bread. Unlike pita, naan has yogurt, milk, and sometimes eggs or butter in it, resulting in a softer texture.
What is the healthiest thing to eat with hummus? ›
Hummus pairs perfectly with fresh veggies and crispy salads. This crunchy cucumber and tomato salad is a refreshing side dish with a bowl of hummus, but it also works beautifully as a topping for a loaded and colorful hummus.
Is it OK to eat naan everyday? ›
Saturated fat constitutes about a quarter of the total amount of fat in naan. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends that saturated fat calories account for less than 10% of your total daily calorie intake ( 6 ). As such, you should avoid filling up on naan if you're watching your saturated fat intake.
Is hummus healthy enough to eat daily? ›
Hummus is a truly nutritious snack that is good to include in your daily diet in moderation and when combined with a diverse range of food. Hummus can be a part of the daily diet if consumed in moderation, and the rest of the diet contains a diverse range of foods.
Is naan healthier than bread? ›
The higher protein content in naan will allow you to feel fuller for longer, curbing cravings that cause excess snacking. On the other hand, naan has almost three times the carbohydrate content (45 grams) compared to loaf bread and pita (around 13 to 17 grams).
Is naan bread bad for cholesterol? ›
Poppadoms & Naan Bread
Most of the plain shop-bought poppadoms and naan breads are low in saturated fat, which is great news for curry lovers! Poppadoms are also generally made with lentil or chickpea flour, which is high in cholesterol-lowering dietary fibre.
What is the best bread to eat on a Mediterranean diet? ›
Is sourdough bread allowed on the Mediterranean diet? Any bread that is made from whole wheat, whole grains, sprouts, and sourdough is recommended while on a Mediterranean diet. You will want to avoid bread made from refined grains, such as white bread if you are following this diet.
The diet limits the intake of red meat, high-fat dairy products, and foods that are high in saturated fat, such as butter and cream. Avoiding processed foods can improve your overall health. It will also reduce the risk of chronic diseases, such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers.
What to eat with naan? ›
The best side dishes to serve with naan bread are aloo gobi, chicken curry, chicken tikka masala, chana masala, dal makhani, butter chicken, mutton curry, beef curry, chicken vindaloo, palak paneer, rogan josh, chicken korma, red lentil dahl, Bombay aloo and spicy roast chicken.
What race eats naan? ›
In Indonesia, naan is popular in Indian Indonesian and Arab Indonesian communities as well as in Malay, Acehnese and Minangkabau communities–with other variants of roti like roti canai. This dish is usually locally known as roti naan or roti nan and cooked using Indonesian spices, such as garlic with a local taste.
What is the difference between naan bread and pitta bread? ›
Like pita bread, naan is a circular flatbread, but the Greatist states that naan is softer in texture than pita and originated a little further southeast in India. The name "naan" originates from the Persian word "non" (a.k.a. bread).
What is traditionally served with naan bread? ›
Traditionally with Indian food, naan (or other various Indian breads) is served as an accompaniment to curry, chutney, saag paneers, etc. to scoop the contents of your meal up.
What is hummus traditionally eaten with? ›
Traditionally, hummus is served warm, with pita bread. But, it's also important to keep food safety in mind. If you warm up hummus, or leave it out of the refrigerator for awhile, be sure to eat it all – you don't want to put it back in the refrigerator.
What kind of bread goes well with hummus? ›
The best bread to pair with hummus is pita bread. The traditional Middle Eastern "pocket bread" is round and about the size of an open hand. Pita is eaten with hummus by tearing off a piece of the bread and using it to scoop up the hummus. Then both bread and hummus are put in the mouth together.
