Hummus Recipe
A creamy blend of chickpeas, tahini, and lemon juice, served with pita.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Serving
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare Chickpeas
If using canned chickpeas, drain and rinse them under cold water to remove excess salt and preservatives. If using dry chickpeas, soak them overnight and cook until tender.
- 2
Prepare Garlic
Peel the garlic clove and chop it into smaller pieces to help it blend more easily.
Blending
- 3
Blend Ingredients
In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, cumin, salt, and water. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add more water, one tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
Serving
- 4
Serve Hummus
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with a little olive oil on top, and serve with pita bread pieces on the side for dipping.