Description
This creamy hummus recipe combines fresh ingredients for a delightful dip that’s perfect for gatherings or healthy snacking. Simple to make and packed with flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 2–4 tbsp water or aquafaba (chickpea liquid)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter for easy access.
- In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, cumin, and 2 tablespoons of water. Blend until smooth.
- If the mixture is too thick, gradually add more water or aquafaba until desired consistency is achieved.
- Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if necessary.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with paprika if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg