Musabaha

Musabaha is a traditional Levantine dish similar to hummus but with a chunkier and creamier texture. It is popular in Palestinian, Jordanian, Syrian, and Lebanese cuisine.

How is Musabaha Different from Hummus? Unlike hummus, which is smooth and blended, musabaha consists of whole or partially mashed chickpeas mixed with tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. It has a more rustic texture, making it heartier and more satisfying.

Musabaha is typically served warm or at room temperature, often enjoyed with fresh pita bread, or in our case, a gluten-free version.

If you want to make your own za’atar here is my recipe. If you want to buy it already made please read the ingredients to see if there is any gluten, dairy, preservatives, or natural flavors.

Recipe

Ingredients

Hummus ingredients:

4 cups boiled chickpeas

2 tsp sumac powder

1 tsp cumin powder

1 tsp garlic powder

1.5 tsp pink Himalayan salt

3 Tbsp tahini paste

2 Tbsp lemon juice

1/2 cup olive oil

1 cup water

Other ingredients:

2 extra cups of boiled chickpeas

one bunch of fresh parsley, chopped

1.5 Tbsp lemon juice

olive oil and za’atar as needed for decoration

Instructions

• Make the hummus. Prep and cook your chickpeas as explained in this blog, and get all the other ingredients ready;

• Blend all the hummus ingredients in a high-speed blender until smooth;

• Transfer the hummus into a bowl, add the extra boiled chickpeas, parsley, and lemon juice, and mix everything. Taste for salt.

• Add some olive oil, za’atar, pine seeds, and parsley on top for decoration when serving;

• Eat with gf crackers, baby carrots, or your veggie of choice.

Enjoy!

As usual, these are my thoughts and ideas, not medical advice. You are encouraged to create your own recipes or search for some suited to your needs. I am just sharing my recipes, hoping that I can inspire some of you to make healthier food choices.

Please remember that we all have different nutritional needs and that food affects us differently. If you are not sure which foods are best for you, reach out for a free phone consultation. 

In good health,

Ioana