Description
This Homemade Hummus & Steak dish combines creamy, garlicky hummus with juicy, seared steak for a flavorful, satisfying Mediterranean-inspired meal. It’s quick to prepare, packed with protein and fiber, and perfect for everything from casual dinners to elegant platters.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2–4 tbsp water (as needed for consistency)
- 1/4 tsp ground cumin (optional)
- 8–10 oz steak (sirloin, flank, or ribeye)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for searing)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika or smoked paprika
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, pita bread
Instructions
- Make the hummus: In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and salt. Blend until smooth, adding water as needed. Drizzle in olive oil and blend again until creamy. Adjust seasoning and transfer to a serving bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika if desired.
- Cook the steak: Pat steak dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice against the grain.
- Assemble the dish: Spread hummus on a plate or bowl, top with sliced steak, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with parsley or cilantro. Add optional sides and serve with pita or flatbread.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked chickpeas for extra creamy hummus.
- Swap steak for grilled chicken, lamb, shrimp, or roasted veggies.
- Top with feta, pine nuts, or sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.
- Refrigerate leftover hummus for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Rest steak before slicing to retain juices and tenderness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
