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Hummus

Hummus: 5 Tips for the Creamiest Chickpea Dip


  • Author: basmer
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This Best Homemade Hummus Recipe is creamy, flavorful, and easy to make with chickpeas, tahini, lemon, and garlic. Perfect for dipping, spreading, or meal prep. Vegan, gluten-free, and packed with healthy fats and plant-based protein.


Ingredients

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  • 1 can chickpeas (15 oz), drained and rinsed
  • 1/3 cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons cold water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and drain chickpeas. For extra creaminess, remove skins by gently rubbing them in a bowl of water.
  2. In a food processor, blend tahini and lemon juice for 1 minute until light and creamy.
  3. Add garlic, salt, and cumin (if using). Blend until smooth.
  4. Add half the chickpeas and blend for 1 minute. Add the rest and blend again.
  5. Drizzle in olive oil and cold water while blending until desired creaminess is reached.
  6. Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice as needed.
  7. Transfer to a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with paprika or parsley.

Notes

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 0 minutes
    • Category: Appetizer
    • Method: Blending
    • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
    • Calories: 180
    • Sugar: 0g
    • Sodium: 200mg
    • Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
    • Carbohydrates: 12g
    • Fiber: 3g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 0mg

    Keywords: Hummus, homemade hummus, vegan dip, gluten-free dip