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Hummus

Try this hummus recipe once, and you'll never go back to buying it at the store! Served with fresh veggies and pita, it's a delicious appetizer or snack.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Condiment, Snack
Cuisine: Middle East
Keyword: Butter, Chickpeas, Condiment, Cream, Dressing
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups Cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • cup Smooth tahini
  • 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Fresh lemon juice, more to taste
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • ½ tsp Sea salt
  • 5 tbsp Water, or as needed to blend
  • Paprika, red pepper flakes or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • In a high-speed blender, place the chickpeas, tahini olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt. Use the blender baton to blend until very smooth, adding water as needed to blend, and/or to reach your desired consistency.
  • Transfer to a serving plate, top with desired garnishes and serve with warm pita and veggies, as desired.