Housemade Hummus recipe served on a plate, by Colorado Craft Social
Jul 14 2026
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Housemade Hummus Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Served with pita chips and seasonal vegetables.

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Ingredients

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Hummus

Pita Chips

Seasonal Vegetables

Method

Hummus Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chickpeas

    Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water to remove excess sodium and canning liquid.

  2. 2

    Blend the Ingredients

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

  3. 3

    Adjust Consistency

    If the hummus is too thick, add a little more water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

  4. 4

    Season and Serve

    Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle paprika on top. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Pita Chips Preparation

  1. 5

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 6

    Cut the Pita Bread

    Cut the pita bread into triangles or wedges.

  3. 7

    Coat with Olive Oil

    In a large bowl, toss the pita triangles with olive oil, salt, and garlic powder until evenly coated.

  4. 8

    Bake the Chips

    Spread the coated pita pieces on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden and crispy, turning halfway through.

  5. 9

    Cool and Serve

    Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving with hummus.

Vegetable Preparation

  1. 10

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash and slice the carrots, cucumber, and bell peppers into sticks or bite-sized pieces suitable for dipping.

  2. 11

    Arrange for Serving

    Place the prepared vegetables on a serving platter alongside the hummus and pita chips.

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