Description
If you’ve never made hummus from scratch, you’re in for a treat. This Best Homemade Hummus is creamy, zesty, and smooth enough to rival your favorite Mediterranean spot. With just a few wholesome ingredients, it blends into a luscious dip you can use for parties, quick lunches, or snacking. It’s perfect as a healthy snack, a quick appetizer, or part of your easy dinner ideas rotation. Packed with protein and fiber, it’s a smart choice for anyone looking for nutritious food ideas that don’t sacrifice flavor. Whether you’re looking for an easy recipe or new breakfast ideas to spread on toast, this hummus hits every note.
Ingredients
1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/3 cup tahini
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 clove garlic
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 to 3 tablespoons ice water
Optional toppings: paprika, parsley, sumac, za’atar, extra olive oil
Instructions
1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas. For a smoother hummus, remove the skins by gently pinching them off.
2. In a food processor, blend the tahini and lemon juice for 1 minute until creamy.
3. Add the garlic and salt. Blend again to incorporate.
4. Add the chickpeas gradually, blending well after each addition.
5. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the ice water and olive oil. Blend until smooth and fluffy.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Scoop into a bowl, swirl the top, and garnish with your favorite toppings and a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
For ultra-creamy hummus, use ice water and blend for 2-3 minutes.
Roast the garlic before blending for a milder, sweeter flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dips
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: easy recipe, healthy snack, hummus dip, Mediterranean dip, vegan spread