Classic Hummus recipe served on a plate, by Grand Street Cafe
Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsGrand Street CafeClassic Hummus Recipe

Classic Hummus Recipe

Inspired by Grand Street Cafe
Time20m
Serves4

Served with warm pita and veggies.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

For Serving

Method

Preparation of Hummus

  1. 1

    Prepare Chickpeas

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

  2. 2

    Blend Ingredients

    In a food processor, add the drained chickpeas, tahini, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, and salt.

  3. 3

    Add Water

    While blending, slowly add the water to the mixture until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. You may need to adjust the water based on your desired texture.

  4. 4

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the hummus and add additional salt or lemon juice if needed, blending again to combine.

Serving

  1. 5

    Warm Pita

    If desired, warm the pita bread in the oven or on a skillet until soft and pliable.

  2. 6

    Prepare Veggies

    Cut the carrot, cucumber, and bell pepper into sticks or slices for dipping.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle with a little extra olive oil on top. Serve with warm pita and prepared veggies.

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