Jul 14 2026

Hummus Recipe

Time15m
Serves4

Chickpea dip served with pita bread.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chickpeas

    Open the can of chickpeas and drain the liquid. Rinse the chickpeas under cold water and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Garlic

    Peel the garlic clove and set it aside for blending.

Blending

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

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

  2. 4

    Blend Until Smooth

    Blend the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy. If the hummus is too thick, add more water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

Serving

  1. 5

    Transfer and Garnish

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

  2. 6

    Serve with Pita Bread

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

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