Classic Hummus
A simple and creamy classic hummus recipe, perfect for dipping or spreading.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.42 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 0.12 cup tahini
- 0.06 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.12 cup olive oil plus more for serving
- 0.002 cup water or more, as needed
- 0.005 teaspoon cumin
- 0.005 teaspoon salt or to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Add the drained chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, and salt to a food processor.
- Process until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and then the water, one tablespoon at a time, until the hummus reaches your desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, lemon juice, or cumin.
- Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle with a bit more olive oil and serve with pita bread, vegetables, or as desired.
Notes
For an even smoother hummus, you can remove the skins from the chickpeas before processing, though it's optional.