Hummus to Die for
Creamy, tangy, and deeply satisfying, "Hummus to Die for" is the ultimate homemade hummus recipe that will elevate your snack game. Made with wholesome ingredients like protein-packed chickpeas, nutty tahini, zesty fresh lemon juice, and aromatic garlic, this crowd-pleaser blends into a velvety smooth dip in just 10 minutes. A subtle hint of ground cumin adds warmth, while garnishes of olive oil, paprika, and fresh parsley make it as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for pairing with pita bread, fresh veggies, or crackers, this easy hummus recipe is as versatile as it is irresistible. Whether you're hosting a party or whipping up a quick vegan snack, this homemade hummus is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 ounces canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 0.25 cups tahini (sesame seed paste)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 whole garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons water (adjust as needed)
- 0.25 teaspoons paprika (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (for drizzling, optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Place the drained and rinsed chickpeas into a food processor or high-powered blender.
Add tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, and salt to the food processor with the chickpeas.
Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
While blending, slowly add water, one tablespoon at a time, to achieve your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more lemon juice, salt, or cumin as desired.
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl.
Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of paprika, and chopped fresh parsley.
Serve immediately with pita bread, vegetables, or crackers, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1484 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.5 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1980 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.0 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.1 g | 140% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.4 g | ||
| Protein | 50.3 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 499 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 19.2 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 1608 mg | 34% | |
*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.
