Hummus Recipe
Learn how to make the creamiest homemade hummus with this easy recipe. This classic Middle Eastern dip is perfect for snacking, spreading on sandwiches, or as a flavorful addition to meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups 1x
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Food Processor
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Tahini Mixture:
- 1/3 cup good-quality tahini
- 2–4 tablespoons cold water, or more if needed
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 medium cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
- juice of 1 lemon (2–3 tablespoons)
Hummus Base:
- 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas*, rinsed and drained
Optional Toppings:
- extra drizzle of olive oil
- chopped fresh parsley
- sprinkle of ground sumac or paprika
- toasted pine nuts
Instructions
- Tahini Mixture: Add tahini, cold water, olive oil, cumin, salt, garlic, and lemon juice to a food processor. Puree until smooth.
- Hummus Base: Add in the chickpeas. Puree for 3-4 minutes, pausing halfway to scrape down the sides of the bowl, until the hummus is smooth. If it seems too thick, add in another tablespoon or two of water.
- Taste and Adjust: Season with additional salt, cumin, and/or lemon juice if needed.
- Serve: Garnish with your desired toppings and serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Hummus, Middle Eastern, Dip, Snack, Appetizer, Chickpeas, Tahini
Find it online: https://reemcook.com/hummus-recipe/
