Hummus Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
185 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Hummus Recipe
Description
This hummus preparation starts by puréeing lemon juice and roughly chopped garlic, allowing the mixture to sit to reduce raw garlic’s sharpness. Canned chickpeas are boiled until very soft, enhancing the smoothness of the final product, and optionally peeled to improve texture. The chickpeas are then combined in a food processor with tahini, olive oil, kosher salt, ground cumin, and water, along with the lemon-garlic mixture, and blended until completely smooth. Additional water can be added to adjust the consistency to preference.
The finished hummus is creamy with a balanced lemon and garlic flavor complemented by the earthiness of cumin and richness from tahini and olive oil. Serving suggestions include drizzling olive oil on top and garnishing with smoked paprika and chopped parsley for color and aroma. This spread works well in sandwiches, as a dip for vegetables or pita, and as a versatile condiment.
The recipe notes highlight that while these additional steps require some extra effort, they significantly improve the flavor and texture. Either a food processor or high-powered blender can be used, taking care to scrape the sides for an even puree.
Ingredients
- 15 ounce can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon garlic roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 4 tablespoons olive oil plus more for garnish
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/4 teaspoon cumin ground
- 2 tablespoons water or more if needed
- parsley optional, fresh chopped; for garnish
- smoked paprika optional, fresh chopped; for garnish
Instructions
- Place the lemon juice and garlic in the bowl of a food processor. Puree, then let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes. This will neutralize the harsh flavor of the raw garlic.
- Place the chickpeas in a pot of boiling water. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until very soft.
- Drain the chickpeas. Remove the skins if desired (optional).
- Place the chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, salt, cumin and water in the food processor along with the lemon juice mixture. Puree until smooth. Add more water as needed, 1 teaspoon at a time, until the hummus reaches your desired consistency.
- Taste and add more salt if needed.
- Place the hummus in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with paprika and chopped parsley if desired. Serve.
Notes
- Boiling canned chickpeas softens their texture, yielding creamier hummus.
- Soaking chopped garlic in lemon juice mellows its sharp flavor.
- Removing chickpea skins is optional but produces smoother hummus.
- Use either a food processor or high-powered blender, scraping the bowl occasionally to ensure even blending.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 185 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 185kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 300mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 229mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 24IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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