Description
A creamy and flavorful homemade hummus that is perfect for parties, picnics, or a simple afternoon snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
- 1/4 cup well-stirred tahini
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water
- Optional: paprika, chopped fresh parsley, additional olive oil for garnish
Instructions
- Add the tahini and lemon juice to a food processor. Blend for 1 minute, scrape down the sides, and blend again for 30 seconds until creamy.
- Add the garlic, olive oil, cumin, and salt. Blend for another 30 seconds, scrape, and blend again.
- Add half of the chickpeas and blend for 1 minute. Scrape the sides and add the remaining chickpeas. Blend until smooth, about 1–2 minutes.
- Slowly add 2–3 tablespoons of cold water while blending to achieve your desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust salt, lemon juice, or cumin as needed. Blend again if necessary.
- Spoon into a bowl, swirl the top, and garnish with olive oil, paprika, and fresh parsley. Serve with pita or veggies.
Notes
Homemade hummus can be served as a dip or spread, and can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 4 to 7 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: hummus, dip, vegan, healthy snack, Middle Eastern, party food