Description
Looking for a silky-smooth, flavor-packed dip that’s both healthy and easy to make? This Best Homemade Hummus is a creamy blend of chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic — perfect for a quick snack, healthy lunch, or part of your dinner ideas. It’s one of those food ideas that’s naturally vegan, gluten-free, and high in plant-based protein. Whether you need a quick breakfast spread or something easy for entertaining, this easy recipe will become your go-to for everything from wraps to party platters.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas
1/3 cup tahini
2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1–2 garlic cloves
2–4 tablespoons ice-cold water
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt to taste
Paprika, chopped parsley, and extra olive oil for garnish
Instructions
1. Drain and rinse canned chickpeas, or cook dried chickpeas until tender. Peel for extra creaminess.
2. In a food processor, blend tahini and lemon juice for about 1 minute.
3. Add garlic, cumin, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth.
4. Add half the chickpeas and blend for 1 minute. Scrape down sides, add remaining chickpeas, and blend.
5. Gradually add ice-cold water while blending until the hummus is light and creamy.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning — more lemon, salt, or garlic if desired.
7. Transfer to a serving bowl. Swirl with a spoon, drizzle olive oil, and garnish with paprika and parsley.
Notes
Always use ice-cold water when blending for a fluffy, whipped texture.
Peeling chickpeas makes the hummus extra smooth, though it’s optional.
Let it sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 11
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 13
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 0