Description
This Best Homemade Hummus is ultra-creamy, lemony, and infused with rich tahini flavor and just a touch of garlic. It’s an easy 10-minute dip that beats store-bought any day. Perfect for dipping, spreading, or spooning onto anything that needs a savory boost.
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)
Paprika and chopped parsley for topping (optional)
Instructions
1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas. For smoother hummus, peel the skins or simmer in water with baking soda for a few minutes.
2. In a food processor, blend the tahini and lemon juice for 1 minute until light and creamy.
3. Add the minced garlic, salt, and optional cumin. Blend until combined.
4. Add half the chickpeas and process for 1 minute. Add the rest and blend again.
5. With the processor running, drizzle in the olive oil and ice water until smooth and creamy.
6. Taste and adjust with more lemon juice, salt, or water if needed.
7. Serve in a shallow bowl. Swirl the center, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with paprika and parsley if desired.
Notes
For fluffier hummus, always use ice water while blending—this is the secret to that whipped texture.
If your tahini is thick or bitter, stir it well and taste before using. A good tahini makes all the difference.
Want extra smooth hummus? Warm the chickpeas before blending and remove the skins for the silkiest texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: hummus, tahini, chickpeas, dip, vegan, appetizer