Jul 14 2026
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Hummus Recipe

Time15m
Serves4

An 8 oz. container of lemony, blended chickpeas. Note that it does NOT come with bread.

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Ingredients

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Hummus Ingredients

Method

Hummus Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas. Peel the garlic clove.

  2. 2

    Blend the Ingredients

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

  3. 3

    Add Water

    Blend until smooth, adding water as needed to reach desired consistency.

  4. 4

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if desired.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with paprika before serving.

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