Hummus
Learn how to make homemade Hummus from scratch with this easy, authentic recipe!
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 106kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large clove garlic
- 1 (15 ounce / 425 gram) can chickpeas
- ⅓ cup tahini
- ¼ cup lemon juice (about 1 large, juicy lemon)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
For Serving:
- extra virgin olive oil (optional)
- paprika (optional)
- veggies, such as cucumbers, peppers, carrots, grape tomatoes, etc.
- pita bread, pita chips, and/or crackers
Equipment
- Food Processor (or High Speed Blender)
Instructions
- Pulse garlic clove in a food processor (or high speed blender) until finely minced.
- Drain liquid from chickpeas (aquafaba) into a bowl; set aside. Transfer chickpeas to a colander, then rinse with water.
- Add chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, salt, and 2 tablespoon aquafaba (or water) to garlic. Blend for at least 3 minutes, or until totally smooth. If needed, add additional aquafaba (or water) to achieve desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and/or lemon juice, if desired.
- Transfer hummus to a bowl, then drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika, if desired. Serve with veggies, pita bread, pita chips, and/or crackers. Enjoy!
Notes
For best results, use fresh lemon juice and garlic (nothing powdered or from a jar). And make sure to blend for at least 3 minutes. That's the real secret to the creamiest hummus!
Check out information before this recipe card for lots of tips, variations, serving ideas, and more!
Nutrition
Calories: 106kcal
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