Jun 08 2026

Hummus Recipe

Time15m
Serves4

Creamy chickpeas puree, tahina, lemon, olive oil

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Ingredients

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Hummus Ingredients

Method

Hummus Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas. Peel the garlic clove.

  2. 2

    Blend the Ingredients

    In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, ground cumin, and salt. Blend until smooth.

  3. 3

    Adjust Consistency

    If the mixture is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time until you reach the desired consistency.

  4. 4

    Taste and Season

    Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning if needed. You can add more lemon juice, salt, or cumin to suit your preference.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with paprika and chopped parsley before serving.

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