Ingredients
- ½ cup raw tahini (unroasted sesame seed paste)
- 2 cloves raw garlic
- 2 tbsp finely chopped raw onion
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (cold-pressed, organic preferred)
- ¼ tsp sea salt (or to taste)
- 2–3 tbsp filtered water (to thin as needed)
Instructions
- Add tahini, garlic, onion, lemon juice, olive oil, and sea salt to a blender or food processor.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. Add filtered water a tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired texture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning — more lemon for brightness, olive oil for richness, or salt to enhance flavor.
- Serve with celery, cucumber, carrot sticks, and cauliflower florets.
Store in a glass container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
❤️ Cardiovascular Health Benefits of Each Ingredient
1. Extra Virgin Olive Oil – We recommend Kasandrinos Olive Oil
- Anti-inflammatory powerhouse: Rich in oleocanthal and oleuropein, natural compounds that act like gentle COX-inhibitors, reducing vascular inflammation.
- Improves cholesterol balance: Raises HDL (“good”) cholesterol while protecting LDL from oxidation — a key factor in preventing atherosclerosis.
- Enhances endothelial function: Promotes nitric oxide production, leading to smoother blood flow and healthier arteries.
- Protects against arrhythmia and thrombosis: Polyphenols and monounsaturated fats improve heart rhythm stability and reduce clot formation risk.
2. Raw Tahini (Sesame Seeds)
- Healthy fats for vascular balance: High in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that stabilize cholesterol and triglycerides.
- Rich in lignans (sesamin, sesamolin): Lower blood pressure and combat oxidative stress in arterial walls.
- Mineral-rich: Provides magnesium and calcium, both essential for smooth muscle relaxation and normal heart rhythm.
3. Raw Garlic
- Natural blood pressure regulator: The allicin in raw garlic supports nitric oxide production, relaxing blood vessels and lowering systolic pressure.
- Reduces arterial plaque progression: Garlic extract studies show regression of soft plaque volume.
- Thins the blood naturally: Helps prevent clot formation without pharmaceutical anticoagulants.
4. Raw Onion
- High in quercetin: A potent flavonoid that decreases arterial stiffness and improves endothelial function.
- Antiplatelet activity: Reduces risk of clot-related heart events.
- Supports gut-heart axis: Its prebiotic fibers feed healthy bacteria that produce short-chain fatty acids, lowering systemic inflammation.
5. Fresh Lemon Juice
- Vitamin C and flavonoids: Strengthen blood vessel walls and reduce oxidative modification of LDL cholesterol.
- Supports liver detox and bile flow: Enhancing the breakdown of fats and cholesterol metabolism.
- Mineral-balancing citrate: Helps regulate pH and prevent calcium buildup in arteries.
6. Sea Salt (unrefined)
- Trace minerals for heart function: Supplies magnesium, potassium, and calcium, all vital for vascular tone and electrical stability.
- Fluid balance support: Maintains proper hydration and cardiac conduction — far superior to refined sodium chloride.
🥕 Raw Vegetable Dippers: Nature’s Blood Pressure Regulators
| Vegetable | Key Nutrients | Cardiovascular Benefits |
| Celery | Phthalides, nitrates, potassium | Naturally lowers blood pressure by relaxing arterial walls. |
| Cauliflower | Sulforaphane, vitamin C | Reduces oxidative stress and supports liver detoxification for better cholesterol control. |
| Cucumber | Potassium, silica, hydration | Helps maintain blood viscosity and supports kidney detox. |
| Carrot | Beta-carotene, fiber | Protects against LDL oxidation and supports arterial elasticity. |
✅ The 100 Year Heart Summary
This raw hummus with olive oil is the perfect 100 Year Heart snack — clean, plant-based, and deeply anti-inflammatory. It provides:
- Healthy fats for vascular integrity
- Antioxidants to prevent arterial oxidation
- Natural nitric oxide boosters to improve blood flow
- Gut-supportive fibers that feed heart health
