Description
This Best Homemade Hummus recipe delivers a creamy, smooth, and flavorful Middle Eastern classic made from simple ingredients like chickpeas, tahini, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil. Easy to prepare in just 10 minutes using a food processor, it is perfect as a healthy dip or spread, customizable with optional spices and garnishes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for serving
- 2 to 4 tablespoons ice water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
Toppings (optional)
- Paprika
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prepare Chickpeas: Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly. For an ultra-smooth texture, consider peeling the skins off each chickpea or simmering them in water with baking soda for a few minutes to soften further.
- Blend Tahini and Lemon Juice: In a food processor, combine the tahini and fresh lemon juice. Blend for about 1 minute until the mixture is light, creamy, and fluffy, which helps create a smooth base for the hummus.
- Add Garlic and Spices: Add the minced garlic, salt, and optional ground cumin to the tahini-lemon mixture. Process until the ingredients are fully incorporated and fragrant.
- Incorporate Chickpeas: Add half of the chickpeas to the processor and blend for 1 minute. Then add the remaining chickpeas and blend again to ensure an even, thick consistency.
- Adjust Texture: With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and ice water. Continue blending until the hummus reaches a smooth, creamy texture. Add more water or lemon juice to adjust to your preferred consistency and taste.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the hummus and tweak the seasoning by adding more salt, lemon juice, or water as needed to balance the flavors.
- Serve: Transfer the hummus to a shallow bowl, make a swirl in the center with the back of a spoon, drizzle extra olive oil on top, and sprinkle with paprika and chopped parsley for garnish if desired. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for later.
Notes
- For the smoothest hummus, peeling the chickpeas is recommended, but optional based on preference and time.
- Adjust the amount of ice water to control the creaminess and thickness of the hummus.
- Ground cumin is optional but adds a warm, earthy flavor to the dip.
- Hummus can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Serve with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or use as a spread on sandwiches.
