Hummus Dip

The Mediterranean dip made from chickpeas, lemon juice, and garlic has become ubiquitous in the west. The name comes from the Arabic word for chickpeas. It made its debut more than a millennium ago, and has gained fans ever since; it is now available in most major supermarkets. Hummus is traditionally scooped with flatbread (such as pita) and served as part of a meze (appetizer spread) or as an accompaniment to falafel and vegetables. Garnishes include chopped tomato, cucumber, coria