Easy Hummus
Whip up a Mediterranean classic in just 10 minutes with this Easy Hummus recipe—perfect for busy weeknights, snack platters, or meal prepping! Made with pantry staples like canned chickpeas, creamy tahini, extra virgin olive oil, and fresh lemon juice, this hummus boasts a velvety texture and zesty flavor profile. A hint of garlic and earthy cumin bring balance to every bite, while optional garnishes like a drizzle of olive oil and a dash of paprika elevate its visual and culinary appeal. Whether served with warm pita, crunchy vegetable sticks, or crispy crackers, this no-cook, vegan, and gluten-free dip is a healthy, versatile crowd-pleaser you'll turn to time and again. Plus, with minimal ingredients and simple steps, it’s the perfect recipe for beginners and seasoned cooks alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 15-ounce can Canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
- 0.25 cup Tahini
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 whole Garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.25 teaspoons Paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water to remove excess sodium and starch.
Peel the garlic cloves and set them aside.
In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine the chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic cloves, ground cumin, and salt.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth. If the hummus is too thick, add the water one tablespoon at a time, blending between additions, until it reaches your desired consistency.
Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, cumin, or lemon juice as needed.
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and use the back of a spoon to create a small well in the center.
Drizzle a teaspoon of olive oil into the well and sprinkle with paprika for garnish, if desired.
Serve immediately with pita bread, vegetable sticks, or crackers. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
178 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.2 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 291 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 794 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 3572.3 mg | 19846% | |
| Potassium | 124 mg | 3% | |
*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.
