Make silky, restaurant-quality hummus at home using this straightforward recipe. This dip balances tahini, lemon, and garlic for a perfect flavor.
Author:Claire
Prep Time:10 min
Cook Time:0 min
Total Time:10 min
Yield:About 1.5 cups1x
Category:Appetizer
Method:Food Processing
Cuisine:Middle Eastern
Diet:Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup tahini
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons ice water (or more, for thinning)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
Pinch of smoked paprika for garnish
Instructions
Place the rinsed and drained chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and cumin into a food processor.
Process the mixture for 2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed. The mixture will look thick and pasty.
With the food processor running, slowly stream in the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the hummus becomes light and creamy. This step helps achieve a smooth texture.
Continue processing for another 2 to 3 minutes until the hummus is completely smooth and whipped.
Taste the hummus and adjust salt or lemon juice as needed.
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with smoked paprika before serving with pita bread or vegetables.
Notes
For the creamiest texture, consider peeling the skins off the chickpeas after rinsing, though this is optional.
If you are interested in structured eating plans, look into meal planning options available from meal delivery companies.
If the hummus is too thick, add a little more ice water until you reach your desired consistency.