Homemade Hummus
A creamy, flavorful Homemade Hummus made with simple ingredients and endless flavor possibilities.
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Servings: 6
Calories: 170kcal
Cost: $2
Ingredients
- 1 can 15 oz chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for blending
- ¼ cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
- ¼ cup tahini sesame seed paste key for flavor
- 1 garlic clove crushed or minced
- ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin for a warm earthy flavor
Cilantro Jalapeño Variation:
- 1 jalapeño stem removed and seeds discarded
- ⅓ bunch fresh cilantro roughly chopped
- Roasted Red Pepper Variation:
- 2 whole roasted red peppers jarred drained
Parsley Scallion Variation:
- 4 green onions sliced thin
- ¼ bunch Italian flat-leaf parsley stems removed
Instructions
- Drain the chickpeas and add them to a food processor along with olive oil, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, salt, and cumin.
- Pulse the mixture until it reaches a smooth consistency. If it seems too thick, add a bit of water, extra olive oil, or some of the chickpea can liquid to help it blend.
- Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning (salt, cumin, lemon, garlic) to your liking.
- Serve the base hummus as is or proceed with one of the following flavor variations.
- Remove the stem and seeds from the jalapeño. Add it along with cilantro to the food processor with the base hummus and blend until smooth.
- Add the drained roasted red peppers to the food processor with the base hummus. Blend until smooth.
- Thinly slice the green onions and chop the parsley. Add both to the food processor with the base hummus and blend.
Notes
This homemade hummus is incredibly versatile! Feel free to experiment with different flavor variations to match your taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 56g | Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 320mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 8mg