Hummus Recipe

Hummus is a Middle Eastern cuisine staple. It is a simple purée of garbanzo beans (chickpeas). It is simply presented to guests spread in a layer in a shallow salad plate with a small pool of olive oil at the center and a dash of paprika and chopped parsley as garnishes. Hummus is eaten by scooping it up with a piece of bread or falafel.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Course Appetizer, mezze, Side Dish

Cuisine arabic, Kosher, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern

Servings servings

Calories 64 kcal

Equipment

Food Processor or Blender: To purée the chickpeas into a smooth consistency.
Mixing Bowl & Spoon – For adjusting the texture and seasoning.
Serving Plate: To present the hummus with garnishes.

Ingredients

2 cans garbanzo beans about 16oz each
5 tbsps lemon juice freshly squeezed
6 tbsps olive oil
2 garlic cloves minced
1 tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp paprika
⅓ cup tahini sauce

Instructions

Drain the garbanzo beans, reserve about ¼ cup of the liquid.
2 cans garbanzo beans
Reserve about 6 whole chickpeas for garnishing the finished hummus before serving.
Place the beans in the bowl of a food processor.
Add garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice.
6 tbsps olive oil, 2 garlic cloves, 5 tbsps lemon juice
Pulse the processor so that the beans begin to break up consistently.
When the beans turn into some coarse paste, turn the processor on and purée until the bean paste becomes completely smooth.
Add the seasonings and the tahini sauce; mix thoroughly.
¼ tsp black pepper, ¼ tsp paprika, ⅓ cup tahini sauce, 1 tsp salt
Adjust the consistency of the hummus, if needed, with the reserved can liquid. The consistency should resemble that of the wet sand at low tide.
Chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours or overnight.

Notes

Ingredient Variations:

Chickpeas: For a smoother texture, use dried chickpeas soaked overnight and cooked until very soft instead of canned.
Tahini Substitute: If tahini is unavailable, blend in toasted sesame seeds with extra olive oil.
Extra Flavor: Add roasted garlic, cumin, or sumac for a deeper flavor profile.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve hummus chilled or at room temperature with warm pita, fresh cucumbers, carrots, or bell peppers.
Use as a spread for sandwiches, wraps, or burgers.
Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with toasted pine nuts for added crunch.

Nutrition

Calories: 64kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 194mgPotassium: 11mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 21IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.1mg

Keyword Chickpea Dip, Classic Hummus, Healthy Vegan Dip, Homemade Hummus, Vegetarian Side Dish

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