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Homemade Hummus

A creamy and delicious homemade hummus made with chickpeas, tahini, and fresh ingredients, perfect as a snack or spread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt to taste
  • Water as needed for consistency

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spatula
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

  1. Assemble all the ingredients on your kitchen counter.
  2. Drain and rinse the chickpeas under cold water.
  3. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. While blending, drizzle in the olive oil and add ground cumin.
  5. If the hummus is too thick, add water a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Add salt to taste for seasoning.
  7. Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle extra olive oil on top if desired.

Notes

Serve with pita chips, fresh vegetables, or as a spread on sandwiches.