Hummus Smooth Creamy
Achieve silky perfection with this Smooth and Creamy Hummus recipe, an irresistible blend of simple, wholesome ingredients perfect for any occasion. Made with tender canned chickpeas, nutty tahini, zesty fresh lemon juice, and a touch of garlic and cumin, this hummus delivers a rich, velvety texture that's ideal for dipping, spreading, or savoring by the spoonful. The secret to its luxurious consistency lies in whipping the tahini and lemon juice first, then gradually adding the other ingredients to ensure seamless blending. Garnished with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, a pinch of paprika, and fresh parsley, this 10-minute recipe is a sure crowd-pleaser. Serve it alongside warm pita, fresh veggies, or your favorite crackers for a healthy, flavor-packed appetizer or snack.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 0.25 cup tahini (sesame seed paste)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for garnish
- 1 clove garlic clove, peeled
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 2-4 tbsp cold water
- 1 pinch ground paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Add the tahini and fresh lemon juice to a food processor. Process for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is whipped and creamy. This step helps make the hummus smoother by aerating the tahini.
Add the olive oil, peeled garlic clove, ground cumin, and salt to the processor. Blend for 30 seconds to combine.
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly. Add half of the chickpeas to the processor and process for about 1 minute, scraping down the sides as needed.
Add the remaining chickpeas and 2 tbsp of cold water. Process for 1-2 minutes until the hummus is completely smooth and creamy. If the hummus appears too thick, add additional cold water 1 tablespoon at a time and blend until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning with additional salt, lemon juice, or cumin if needed.
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and garnish with a sprinkle of ground paprika and chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve with warm pita bread, vegetable sticks, or as a spread for sandwiches. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.1 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 337 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 176 mg | 4% | |
*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.
