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Classic Hummus

Classic Hummus that is smooth, creamy and delicious! This easy homemade hummus recipe is ready in 5 minutes and way better than store-bought!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Hummus
Servings: 4
Author: Christi

Ingredients

  • 1 15 oz. can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic 2 cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons cold water add more if needed

Instructions

  • Add the olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, tahini and lemon juice to the food processor and blend in 15-second intervals, scraping the sides and bottom in between intervals, for 1 minute or until the ingredients are fully combined.
  • Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to the mix and blend in 30-second intervals, scraping the sides in between intervals, for about 2 minutes or until the hummus is smooth and creamy.
  • To create a smoother hummus, add 2 tablespoons of cold water to the hummus and blend for 1 more minute or until you reach your desired consistency. You can add a little more water if necessary. Do a taste test and add additional salt if needed.

Notes

  • For serving, you can drizzle the hummus with a little olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika on top, or you can add any other toppings you would like.
  • The hummus can be refrigerated in an airtight container for about 5 days.