Epicure Hummus
Creamy, velvety, and bursting with flavor, Epicure Hummus is the ultimate homemade Mediterranean dip that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious. This quick, no-cook recipe features pantry staples like canned chickpeas, nutty tahini, and zesty lemon juice, blended to perfection with aromatic garlic and warm ground cumin. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, a dusting of paprika, and a touch of fresh parsley elevate the presentation, making it as visually appealing as it is tasty. Ready in just 10 minutes, this hummus is perfect as a healthy snack, appetizer, or spread, and pairs beautifully with pita bread, crisp vegetables, or crackers. Wholesome, versatile, and packed with plant-based protein, Epicure Hummus is your go-to recipe for a crowd-pleasing dip that never disappoints!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 60 ml tahini
- 45 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 units garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 3 tablespoons cold water
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika (for garnish, optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (for drizzling, optional)
Instructions
Add the drained chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, and salt to a high-speed blender or food processor.
Blend the mixture on high until smooth. Scrape down the sides of the blender or processor as needed.
With the blender or processor running, slowly add 1 tablespoon of cold water at a time, stopping once you reach your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, lemon juice, or garlic as preferred.
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl.
Optional: Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of paprika, and fresh parsley for added flavor and presentation.
Serve immediately with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or crackers, or refrigerate for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1568 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.9 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.9 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1934 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.2 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.8 g | 135% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.6 g | ||
| Protein | 50.5 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4862 mg | 374% | |
| Iron | 21441.9 mg | 119122% | |
| Potassium | 1512 mg | 32% | |
*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.
