Hummus
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
33 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Lebanese
Hummus
Description
The hummus starts by soaking canned chickpeas in warm water to loosen and remove their skins, which is an optional step for creaminess. After draining and drying, chickpeas are pulse-processed into a fine crumb, then blended with tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and ice cubes to smoothness. The result is a thick, creamy paste that can be adjusted in acidity and saltiness to taste.
The hummus is traditionally served cool or at room temperature with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, a sprinkle of paprika, and fresh parsley for color and subtle flavor contrast. This provides a balance of earthy, tangy, and bright notes in the dip.
Leftover hummus will keep about one week refrigerated in an airtight container. Tahini is the key ingredient that imparts its characteristic nutty flavor and richness.
Ingredients
- 1 (15-ounce) chickpeas canned
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 small garlic cloves
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 3 ice cubes
- extra-virgin olive oil for serving
- paprika for serving
- parsley for serving, chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Place the chickpeas in a large bowl of warm water. Rub them with your fingers to release the skins, which will easily float to the surface of the water. Skim the skins from the water with a slotted spoon and discard. This is an optional step, but peeling the chickpeas is what yields a super creamy texture.
- Drain and dry the chickpeas as thoroughly as possible. Transfer the chickpeas to a food processor and pulse into a fine, breadcrumb-like texture, scraping down the sides as needed, about 15 seconds total.
- Add the lemon juice, tahini, garlic, salt, and ice cubes. Blend until completely smooth, about 5 minutes. Taste the hummus and adjust the flavor as needed by adding more lemon juice or salt.
- Spread the hummus onto a plate or into a bowl, sweeping the hummus with the back of a spoon to create swirls for catching the olive oil. Drizzle the hummus with olive oil and then sprinkle it with paprika and fresh parsley. Serve cool or at room temperature.
Notes
- Peeling chickpeas is optional but enhances the smooth texture significantly.
- Store leftover hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Tahini can be found in Middle Eastern markets, natural-food stores, or large supermarkets, usually near other Middle Eastern ingredients.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 33 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 33kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 293mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 35mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 4IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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