Creamy Homemade Hummus with Lemon and Garlic Recipe
This classic hummus recipe is a creamy, smooth blend of chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice, perfect as a healthy dip or spread. Made in a food processor, this easy-to-make Middle Eastern staple can be customized with optional toppings like parsley, sumac, or toasted pine nuts for an extra flavor boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 1 1/2 to 2 cups hummus 1x
- Category: Dip
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/3 cup good-quality tahini
- 2–4 tablespoons cold water, or more if needed
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 medium cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
- juice of 1 lemon (2–3 tablespoons)
- 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
Optional Toppings
- extra drizzle of olive oil
- chopped fresh parsley
- sprinkle of ground sumac or paprika
- toasted pine nuts
Instructions
- Prepare the base mixture: Add tahini, cold water, olive oil, cumin, salt, garlic, and lemon juice to a food processor. Puree the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring the flavors are well combined.
- Add chickpeas and blend: Add the rinsed and drained chickpeas to the food processor. Puree for 3-4 minutes, pausing halfway to scrape down the sides of the bowl, until the hummus is completely smooth. If the texture is too thick, add another tablespoon or two of cold water to achieve your desired consistency.
- Season to taste: Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning by adding additional salt, cumin, and/or lemon juice as needed to enhance the flavors perfectly.
- Serve and garnish: Serve the hummus immediately topped with your choice of optional toppings such as an extra drizzle of olive oil, chopped fresh parsley, a sprinkle of ground sumac or paprika, or toasted pine nuts. Alternatively, transfer the hummus to a sealed container and refrigerate for up to 3 days for later enjoyment.
Notes
- For a smoother hummus, peel the chickpeas before blending.
- You can adjust the consistency by adding more or less water depending on your preference.
- This recipe keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Use fresh lemon juice for a brighter flavor.
- Optional toppings enhance both flavor and presentation but can be omitted for a simple dip.
Keywords: hummus, chickpea dip, Middle Eastern dip, tahini recipe, vegan dip, easy dip recipe
