Classic Creamy Hummus
A silky smooth Mediterranean hummus made with chickpeas, tahini, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil. Perfect as a healthy snack, appetizer, or spread.
Prep Time
15 mins min
Cook Time
0 mins min
Total Time
15 min
Servings
6
Ingredients
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 0.3333333333333333 cup tahini
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for serving
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp sea salt
- 1 3–5 tbsp cold water
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 0.25 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 Whole chickpeas for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly.
- 2
Add the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, cumin, and salt to a food processor.
- 3
Blend until smooth.
- 4
Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the hummus becomes light and creamy.
- 5
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional lemon juice or salt if needed.
- 6
Transfer to a serving bowl.
- 7
Create a shallow swirl on top using the back of a spoon.
- 8
Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
- 9
Sprinkle with smoked paprika and chopped parsley.
- 10
Garnish with a few whole chickpeas if desired.
- 11
Serve with whole wheat pita bread or fresh vegetables.
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