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The Best Hummus (in 3 Minutes!)
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The Best Hummus (in 3 Minutes!)

This hummus recipe uses canned chickpeas blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and cumin to create a creamy and smooth spread. The reserved chickpea liquid, known as aquafaba, helps achieve the desired soft texture. Garnishing with paprika, olive oil, and fresh parsley adds color and mild flavor. Its quick preparation makes it a practical choice for homemade hummus.

Prep Time
3 mins
Total Time
3 mins
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 166 kcal
Course: Appetizer, Snacks
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern

Ingredients

  • 2 (15-ounce cans) chickpeas drained with liquid reserved
  • ⅓ cup chickpea liquid or more, as needed
  • ½ cup tahini
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 lemon juiced, plural
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
For Garnish
  • extra-virgin olive oil
  • paprika
  • parsley freshly chopped

Instructions

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  1. Add all the ingredients to a high-powered blender and secure the lid. Remove the lid cap and insert the tamper.
  2. Turn the blender on high for 30 seconds (or more for a creamier texture) and use the tamper to push the hummus into the blades. Add more chickpea liquid (aquafaba), if desired, for a softer hummus.
  3. Add the hummus to a small serving bowl and garnish with olive oil, paprika and fresh parsley.

Notes

  • You can make your own tahini instead of buying it for a fresher taste.
  • Use a high-powered blender like a Vitamix for the smoothest texture.
  • One cup of dried chickpeas equals about 30 ounces canned after soaking and cooking.

Nutrition Information

Calories 166kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g (18%) Monounsaturated Fat 4g (20%) Sodium 80mg (3%) Potassium 212mg (5%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 24IU (0%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 42mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 166

% Daily Value*

Calories 166kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Sodium 80mg 3%
Potassium 212mg 5%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 24IU 0%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 42mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.