Ultra Creamy Hummus
This easy hummus recipe takes just 5 minutes to make in a food processor or high-powered blender. It’s a classic snack that is irresistibly smooth and creamy.
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 152kcal
Cost: $2.37
Equipment
- food processor or blender
- measuring cups
- serving bowl
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- ¼ cup tahini
- 2 Tablespoons water
- 2 Tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 large clove garlic minced
- 15 ounce can chickpeas
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
GARNISHES:
- Olive oil optional
- Parsley optional
- paprika optional
Instructions
- Add tahini, water, and lemon juice to a food processor. Pulse for 30 seconds.
- Add garlic and chickpeas and pulse for 30 seconds. The chickpeas will be broken into small pieces.
- With the food processor running, slowly drizzle olive oil through the feed tube. Let the processor run for 10-20 seconds, or until it is smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with parsley or paprika (all optional).
- Serve or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
You can use a high-powered blender instead of a food processor to make this recipe.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 152kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 151mg | Potassium: 116mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg