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Hummus

Hummus

  • Author: Anthony
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: About 1 1/2 cups 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This easy hummus recipe is a creamy, plant-based spread packed with fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfect as a nutritious snack, dip, or spread, it can be customized with various herbs, spices, and veggies. Made with chickpeas, tahini (plant-based), fresh lemon juice, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil (natural), this versatile dip is quick to prepare and supports a healthy lifestyle.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas (or canned, rinsed)
  • 1/4 cup tahini (plant-based)
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (natural), plus extra for drizzling
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons water or aquafaba

Optional Variations

  • Roasted red pepper hummus: 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, blended in
  • Herb-infused hummus: 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, cilantro, or basil
  • Spicy hummus: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne or ground chili
  • Beetroot hummus: 1/2 cup cooked beetroot, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • Sun-dried tomato hummus: 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (natural)

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Chickpeas: Rinse canned chickpeas under cold water to remove excess liquid and skins for a smoother texture. If using dried chickpeas, soak overnight and cook until tender, then drain well.
  2. Blend the Base Ingredients: In a food processor or blender, combine chickpeas, tahini (plant-based), fresh lemon juice, minced garlic cloves, ground cumin, and sea salt. Pulse several times to break down the chickpeas before blending continuously until smooth.
  3. Adjust Texture: Slowly drizzle in extra virgin olive oil (natural) and add water or aquafaba a tablespoon at a time, blending until you reach a creamy, spreadable consistency that is smooth and luscious.
  4. Taste and Season: Taste the hummus and adjust by adding more lemon juice, garlic, or salt as desired to perfectly balance the flavors.
  5. Serve or Store: Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil (natural), and garnish as desired. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor.
  • For extra creaminess, peel chickpeas to remove skins.
  • Chill hummus in the fridge for at least an hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  • Choose good quality tahini (plant-based) as it greatly impacts the flavor.
  • Add olive oil (natural) gradually to avoid a runny consistency and keep richness balanced.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 70
  • Sugar: 0.3g
  • Sodium: 140mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3.7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: hummus, plant-based, chickpeas, dip, appetizer, vegan, healthy snack, easy hummus recipe

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