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Ditch store-bought hummus and make homemade hummus instead. It is so easy to make, smooth, creamy, and tastes super fresh and flavorful. Learn how to make the best hummus recipe in just a few minutes with simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions.
I love serving hummus with beef kafta or chicken kafta. So good!
I will be showing you a step-by-step process of how to make an easy homemade hummus recipe. It requires few ingredients and 15 minutes of your time. Also, the end result will be amazing, creamy, and fluffy hummus full of flavor.
If you’re looking for other awesome appetizers, try my delicious Buffalo Chicken Meatballs or my scrumptious Keto Deviled Eggs!
Recipe Summary
- Easy to make. With only a handful of ingredients, in a few minutes you’ll have a delicious hummus.
- Creamy. This homemade hummus recipe serves up a silky, cream, and utterly luxurious dip.
- Better than store-bought. With a few simple tricks, you’ll have a rich and fluffy hummus that’s better than store-bought!
Ingredients needed
Below is a list of ingredients you will need to make hummus at home. Full measurements will be listed further down below in the recipe card.
- Chickpeas: Make sure they are rinsed and drained.
- Lemon Juice: Go for freshly squeezed juice.
- Garlic Cloves: Roughly chopped.
- Tahini: This gives the hummus it’s distinct earthy flavor.
- Ground Cumin: A nutty, spicy taste with somewhat bitter undertones and a warm, penetrating aroma with hints of lemon.
- Olive Oil: Extra virgin works best, it’s silky with a freshness to it.
How to make homemade hummus
Step 1: Drain and rinse the chickpeas in a colander.
Step 2: If desired, you can peel them and discard the thin skin. But you certainly don’t need to peel the chickpeas.
Step 3: Next, add chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic clove, water or ice cubes, cumin, olive oil, and salt to a high-powered blender.
Step 4: Blend the chickpeas on high for 30 seconds, pause once or twice to scrape the sides down. If the hummus seems too thick, add a tablespoon or two of water.
Step 5: Transfer the hummus into a large bowl, using the back of a large spoon to create swirls in the center. Taste the hummus and add in extra salt, cumin, and/or lemon juice if needed. Drizzle olive oil and a dash of paprika, if desired. Finally, you may add on any toppings that you would like and enjoy!!
Frequently asked questions
Hummus doesn’t taste much of chickpeas at all, because of the other ingredients that are mixed with it. It tastes a little garlicky and also tangy because of the lemon juice in it. It’s smooth and creamy, with a slightly savory/earthy aftertaste from the tahini – bottom line…it’s delicious!
The primary ingredient of hummus is chickpeas. There are a few other essential ingredients needed in making homemade hummus. These are Tahini sauce or paste (ground toasted sesame seeds), olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper, and occasionally more herbs like cumin.
You do not technically need to peel the chickpeas to make hummus. But the hummus is easier to digest for some if the chickpeas are peeled. It doesn’t hurt to leave the skin on.
Yes. Freeze your homemade hummus in a tightly sealed container for up to 3 months. Remove the container 24 hours prior and leave it in the fridge to thaw before giving it a nice mix, garnish with some olive oil, and then serve.
Do not leave your homemade hummus on the counter for more than one hour. It is best to store your hummus in an airtight container in the fridge. Homemade hummus will last 5-7 days in the fridge.
All ingredients used to make homemade hummus are gluten-free. So yes hummus is gluten-free. Also, look at the ingredients on the label of store-bought hummus to make sure none of the ingredients added have gluten.
Yes, Homemade Hummus should be Vegan. Most store-bought hummus may also be vegan-friendly. Just make sure you read the labels for hidden ingredients like honey or milk powder added to the hummus to be on the safe side.
Recipe notes and tips
- Use fresh lemon juice. Store-bought lemon juice always tastes stale and sad, and it will make your hummus taste stale and sad. Buy lemons and your hummus will taste fresh and delicious.
- Add ice cubes: Sometimes, I like adding 2-3 ice cubes with all the ingredients before blending. I get an even fluffier and creamier hummus.
- For a more mellow-tasting hummus, mince the garlic in the food processor or blender with the lemon juice and let that mixture rest for a few minutes, the garlic will lose its harsh, raw bite and mellow out.
- Sprinkle of ground sumac, which is sour and deep pink, it balances out the hummus so well. Or sprinkle on some paprika, for a splash of color.
- You only need a handful of ingredients to make a delightful hummus, so why not use the best quality fixings you can find? Wholesome, organic ingredients will result in a tastier, healthier hummus.
- Top off your dip with sliced pickles for a satisfying crunch.
- For a creamier hummus, tenderize the chickpeas using baking soda in the overnight soaking of the chickpeas.
- Invest in some good tahini like Soom or Al Arz, it’s worth it!
What does hummus taste good with
So many things! Veggies: Carrots, celery, green and red bell peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, tomatoes, the list goes on. Choose your favorite veggies and get dipping.You can dip whole grain chips or pita bread in it for a great snack too. The options are endless on things to eat hummus with. Here are some recipes you can enjoy with hummus:
- Crispy Oven-baked chicken cutlets
- Oven-fried chicken tenders
- Easy Salmon Patties
- Parmesan Oven-roasted chicken breasts
- Sheet Pan baked chicken breast with veggies
- Crispy Tuna Patties
- Garlic Beef Tenderloin Roast
More side dish recipes
- Chimichurri Grilled Cauliflower Steaks
- Easy Healthy Egg Salad
- Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
- Caprese Pasta Salad
- Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
- Roasted Garlic Cauliflower
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Homemade Hummus Recipe
Ingredients
- 30 ounces Chickpeas, 2 Cans, rinsed and drained
- ¼ Cup Lemon Juice, (from 1 1⁄2 to 2 lemons), more to taste
- 1-2 Garlic Cloves, roughly chopped
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ Cup Tahini
- ¾ teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- ¼ Cup water or 3 ice cubes
Optional Garnishes:
- A drizzle of olive oil, sprinkle of paprika or chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the 30 ounces Chickpeas in a colander.
- If desired you can peel them and discard the thin skin. Get all your ingredients ready.
- Next, add chickpeas, ½ Cup Tahini, ¼ Cup Lemon Juice, 1-2 Garlic Cloves, ¼ Cup water or 3 ice cubes, ¾ teaspoon Ground Cumin, 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Kosher salt and pepper, to taste to a high-powered blender.
- Blend the chickpeas on high for 30 seconds, pause once or twice to scrape the sides down. If the hummus seems too thick, add a tablespoon or two of water.
- Transfer the hummus into a large bowl, using the back of a large spoon to create swirls in the center. Taste the hummus and add in extra salt, cumin and/or lemon juice if needed.
- To garnish, add A drizzle of olive oil and a dash of paprika, or add on any toppings that you would like. Enjoy!!
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Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice. Store-bought lemon juice always tastes stale and sad, and it will make your hummus taste stale and sad. Buy lemons, and your humus will taste fresh and delicious.
- For a more mellow-tasting hummus, mince the garlic in the food processor or blender with the lemon juice and let that mixture rest for a few minutes, the garlic will lose its harsh, raw bite and mellow out.
- Sprinkle ground sumac, which is sour and deep pink, it balances out the hummus so well. Or sprinkle on some paprika for a splash of color.
- Top off your dip with sliced pickles for a satisfying crunch.
- For a creamier hummus, tenderize the chickpeas using baking soda in the overnight soaking of the chickpeas,
- Invest in some good tahini like Soom or Al Arz, it’s worth it!
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Best recipe for humus I’ve tried yet! I like spice so I added a TBS Sriracha and sprinkled with smoked paprika.
Awesome. Thank you
I really love this recipe it’s quick and easy and I made a huge batch of it for meal prepping during the week. And iv also made it for a pot luck at work and all the nurses I work with LOVED IT! Deff a recipe I’ll keep using
Thank you. Glad you loved it.
Authentic Recipe! So delicious, thank you!
Thank you