Hummous
Creamy, velvety, and packed with flavor, this homemade hummus recipe is the ultimate dip for any occasion. Made with nutrient-rich canned chickpeas, nutty tahini, fragrant garlic, and the zing of freshly squeezed lemon juice, this Mediterranean classic comes together in just 10 minutes with no cooking required. A hint of ground cumin adds warmth, while a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil or sprinkle of paprika on top enhances both the taste and presentation. Perfect as a healthy snack with fresh veggies, a spread for sandwiches, or a party-ready dip served alongside warm pita bread, this easy hummus recipe delivers restaurant-quality results right in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 0.25 cup tahini (sesame seed paste)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 clove garlic (peeled)
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 1 pinch paprika or olive oil for topping (optional)
Instructions
Place the drained and rinsed chickpeas in a food processor.
Add tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, ground cumin, and salt to the food processor.
Blend the mixture for about 1-2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
If the hummus is too thick, add cold water one tablespoon at a time while blending, until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more lemon juice or salt if preferred.
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle with olive oil or sprinkle with paprika if desired.
Serve with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a spread in sandwiches. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
221 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.0 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 368 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 236 mg | 5% | |
*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.
