Classic Hummus
by unknown · 4/29/2026
SnackVeganGluten-FreeMediterraneanHealthyParty Food
Silky smooth, restaurant-quality hummus made from scratch. The secret is peeling the chickpeas.
8 servingsPrep: 15 min0Total: 15 min
Ingredients
Servings:
8
- 2 cans (15 oz each)canned chickpeas, drained (skins removed)
- ⅓ cuptahini
- 3 tbsplemon juice
- 2garlic cloves
- 3–4 tbspice water
- 2 tbsp, plus more for servingolive oil
- ½ tspcumin
- ¾ tspsalt
- for garnishpaprika and parsley
Instructions
- 1.In a food processor, blend tahini, lemon juice, and garlic for 1 minute until very smooth.
- 2.Add chickpeas, cumin, and salt. Process 2 minutes, scraping down sides.
- 3.With motor running, drizzle in ice water 1 tbsp at a time until hummus is very smooth and fluffy, about 2 more minutes.
- 4.Taste and adjust salt and lemon. Transfer to a bowl.
- 5.Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika and parsley. Serve with pita, vegetables, or crackers.
Notes
For the smoothest hummus, peel each chickpea — it takes a few extra minutes but the texture difference is remarkable.