Hummus Recipe
Chickpea purée, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Garnish
Method
Prepare Hummus
- 1
- 2
Add garlic and salt
Add the garlic cloves and salt to the whipped tahini. Process again for 30 seconds to blend evenly.
- 3
Incorporate chickpeas
Add half of the chickpeas to the processor and blend for 1 minute. Scrape down the sides, add the remaining chickpeas, and blend again until smooth, about 1–2 more minutes.
- 4
Add olive oil and water
While the processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and then the cold water. Continue blending until the hummus reaches a creamy, smooth consistency. Add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed to thin the hummus.
Finish and Serve
- 5
Adjust seasoning
Taste the hummus and adjust salt or lemon juice if needed.
- 6
Garnish and serve
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Use the back of a spoon to make a shallow well in the center. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with paprika and chopped parsley. Serve with pita, vegetables, or as desired.
