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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Hummus
- 1
Drain and Rinse Chickpeas
Open the can of chickpeas, drain them in a colander, and rinse under cold water to remove excess sodium.
- 2
Blend Ingredients
In a food processor, combine the rinsed chickpeas, tahini, garlic cloves (peeled), lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and water. Blend until smooth.
- 3
Adjust Consistency
If the hummus is too thick, add additional water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
- 4
Taste and Adjust Seasoning
Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt or lemon juice if needed. Blend again to incorporate.
Serving the Hummus
- 5
Prepare Pita and Vegetables
Slice the pita bread into triangles. Wash and cut the carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers into sticks.
- 6
Serve
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with a little olive oil if desired, and serve with pita triangles and vegetable sticks for dipping.