Elevate your snacking game with "Classic Hummus My Way," a silky-smooth and irresistibly creamy hummus recipe that's ready in just 10 minutes! Featuring canned chickpeas, nutty tahini, zesty lemon juice, and a fragrant hint of ground cumin, this hummus is blended to perfection with a touch of olive oil and a splash of ice water for that luscious texture. Optional garnishes like smoked paprika add a smoky flair, making it as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect as a dip for fresh veggies, a spread for sandwiches, or a companion to warm pita bread, this easy homemade hummus is a must-try for Mediterranean food lovers. Plus, it's naturally vegan, gluten-free, and packed with flavorβperfect for healthy snacking or impressive entertaining!
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water. For an extra creamy hummus, remove the skins from the chickpeas, though this step is optional.
Add the tahini and lemon juice to a food processor. Blend on high for 1 minute until the mixture becomes pale and creamy.
Add the garlic cloves, ground cumin, and salt to the processor. Blend again for about 30 seconds to combine.
Scrape down the sides of the processor with a spatula and add half of the chickpeas. Process for 1 minute, scraping down the sides as needed.
Add the remaining chickpeas and process for another 1-2 minutes until very smooth.
With the processor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil followed by the ice water. Blend until the hummus reaches your desired creamy consistency. Add more water if needed.
Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, lemon juice, or cumin if desired.
Spoon the hummus into a serving bowl and drizzle with a bit more olive oil. Sprinkle with smoked paprika for a final touch, if using.
Serve immediately with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or use as a spread. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Calories |
1062 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 71.4 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3671 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.5 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.4 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| Protein | 31.6 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4807 mg | 370% | |
| Iron | 21434.9 mg | 119083% | |
| Potassium | 1081 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.