How to Make Hummus at Home
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 2
Ingredients
- 1 can of chickpeas 15 oz
- 1/4 cup of tahini
- 1/4 cup of extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 2-3 tablespoons of water
Instructions
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Drain and rinse the chickpeas in a colander under cold running water.
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Add chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, ground cumin, and salt in a food processor. Pulse until smooth.
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Add water one tablespoon at a time and continue to pulse until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. If the hummus is too thick, add more water.
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Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Depending on your preference, you can add more salt, lemon juice, or cumin.
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Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and smooth out the top. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and sprinkle with chopped parsley or paprika if desired.
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Serve with pita bread, crackers, or sliced vegetables.
