Homemade Hummus

Discover the creamy delight of Homemade Hummus with simple ingredients and endless flavor possibilities. Perfect for snacks or parties!

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Prep Time 10

Resting Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 people

Calories: 130

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

1 can chickpeas (garbanzo beans) drained and rinsed
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice about 1 large lemon
1/4 cup tahini or substitute with homemade tahini
1 small clove garlic minced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
to taste salt
2 to 3 tablespoons water as needed
dash ground paprika for serving

Equipment

Food Processor
Measuring Cups and Spoons
Sharp Knife for mincing garlic
Serving Bowl
High-speed Blender

Method

Drain and rinse chickpeas. Optionally, peel skins off for a smoother texture.
Mince the garlic clove finely.
In a food processor, blend tahini and lemon juice for about a minute, then let it rest for 10 minutes.
Add garlic, olive oil, cumin, and a pinch of salt to the tahini and lemon juice mixture, then blend until smooth.
Incorporate half of the chickpeas, blend for a minute, scrape down sides, then add the remaining chickpeas and blend until smooth. Add water if too thick.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with paprika. Drizzle olive oil on top.

Nutrition

Calories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For a tahini-free option, try almond butter or sunflower seed butter. If you want to avoid garlic, substitute with roasted red peppers for a sweeter flavor. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze in small portions for longer shelf-life. Thaw in the fridge before serving and stir to reintegrate. Always use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor!