Hummus recipe served on a plate, by Gita Pita
Jul 14 2026
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Hummus Recipe

Inspired by Gita Pita
Time15m
Serves4

Classic chickpea dip served with pita.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Blend the Ingredients

    In a food processor, combine the canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed), tahini, fresh lemon juice, garlic cloves (peeled), olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and water.

  2. 2

    Process Until Smooth

    Blend the mixture on high speed until it reaches a smooth and creamy consistency. If the hummus is too thick, add additional water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.

Serving

  1. 3

    Transfer and Garnish

    Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika and chopped fresh parsley if using.

  2. 4

    Serve with Pita

    Cut the pita bread into wedges and serve alongside the hummus for dipping.

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