Perfect 5-Minute Homemade Hummus (Print Version)

Smooth, flavorful chickpea dip packed with protein and made quickly from everyday ingredients.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (approximately 1 large lemon)
03 - 1/4 cup tahini
04 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
05 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water

→ Garnish (optional)

09 - Pinch of smoked paprika or sumac
10 - Drizzle of olive oil
11 - Fresh parsley, chopped

# How To:

01 - Place chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, minced garlic, olive oil, cumin, and salt into a food processor.
02 - Process mixture until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
03 - With the processor running, add cold water one tablespoon at a time until the desired creamy texture is achieved.
04 - Sample the hummus and adjust salt or lemon juice if necessary.
05 - Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, paprika or sumac, and chopped parsley as desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Rich in protein
  • Quick and healthy snack
02 -
  • For extra-smooth hummus, peel the chickpeas before blending
  • Add roasted red peppers or sun-dried tomatoes for flavor variations
03 -
  • Peel the chickpeas for silky smooth texture
  • Adjust lemon juice to balance the flavor
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