Easy Hummus
This easy hummus recipes is better than buying hummus. It turns out creamy and smooth in just 5 minutes.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 191kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas (15 oz) or 1 1/2 cups (250 grams)dried, cooked chickpeas
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice juice from one large lemon
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 small clove garlic
- Paprika for garnish
- Salt to taste
To Serve
- Fresh vegetables Tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, and/or celery
- Pita Bread
Instructions
- For canned chickpeas, peel the skins off, then put them in a pot of water and boil for 10 minutes to soften them up. Doing this help give the hummus a smooth texture. If you're using dried chickpeas that you've cooked, just peel the skins off before using.
- Add 2 tbsp olive oil, chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, water, ground cumin and garlic to a blender or food processor.
- Season with salt and blend until smooth. Add more water, if necessary, to achieve desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning, as desired.
- Transfer to a serving dish and drizzle with the remaining extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika. Serve immediately with fresh vegetables and pita bread.
Nutrition
Calories: 191kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 214mg | Potassium: 162mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg