Garlicky Hummus
Creamy, flavorful, and irresistibly smooth, this Garlicky Hummus recipe is a homemade classic that will elevate your snack game. Made with tender canned chickpeas, rich tahini, zesty lemon juice, and a generous dose of fresh garlic, this Mediterranean-inspired dip packs bold flavor and a velvety texture. A touch of ground cumin enhances its warmth, while a drizzle of olive oil and optional paprika and parsley make for a stunning garnish. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a foolproof recipe that’s perfect for pairing with pita bread, fresh veggies, or as part of a vibrant mezze platter. Serve it at your next gathering or savor it as a healthy, protein-packed snack!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz Canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp Tahini
- 2 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Water
- 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil (for drizzling, optional)
- 1 tbsp Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold running water.
Peel the garlic cloves and set them aside.
In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, garlic, tahini, and fresh lemon juice.
Blend the mixture for 30 seconds until the ingredients begin to break down.
Add the olive oil, water, ground cumin, and salt to the food processor.
Blend everything together for 1–2 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed, until the hummus becomes creamy and smooth.
Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, garlic, or lemon juice to suit your taste.
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and use the back of a spoon to create a small well on the surface.
Drizzle olive oil over the top and sprinkle with paprika and chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve immediately with pita bread, vegetable sticks, or as part of a mezze platter.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1070 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.4 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1943 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.4 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 28.3 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3609 mg | 278% | |
| Iron | 16077.1 mg | 89317% | |
| Potassium | 708 mg | 15% | |
*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.
