Perfect 5-Minute Homemade Hummus (Printable)

A creamy, smooth chickpea dip with tahini and lemon, ready in minutes for easy snacking or spreading.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (approximately 1 large lemon)
03 - 1/4 cup tahini
04 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
05 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water

→ Garnish (optional)

09 - Pinch of smoked paprika or sumac
10 - Drizzle of olive oil
11 - Fresh parsley, chopped

# How-To Steps:

01 - Add chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, olive oil, cumin, and salt to a food processor.
02 - Process ingredients until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
03 - With the processor running, gradually add cold water one tablespoon at a time until creamy and desired texture is reached.
04 - Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice as preferred.
05 - Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with smoked paprika or sumac and chopped parsley if desired.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Rich in protein
  • Quick and healthy
02 -
  • For extra-smooth hummus, peel the chickpeas before blending
  • Store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days
03 -
  • Peel chickpeas for a creamier texture
  • Add water gradually to control consistency
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