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Classic Hummus – Smooth & Creamy

February 8, 2021 By L 4 Comments

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A classic hummus recipe – smooth, creamy, and incredibly delicious. Perfect as a dip or spread on a sandwich or mixed with a salad.

This hummus is made from simple ingredients in less than 10 minutes, using a food processor!


Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free!

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Hummus

Homemade hummus will forever change your mind about
store-bought hummus!

This is not only a delicious dip but also very beneficial to your health. It can help lower your cholesterol level, help with weight management, and a good protein source.

Chickpeas are full of magnesium, manganese, and vitamin B6 (which help with common symptoms associated with PMS).

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What you will need to make hummus

  • Chickpeas: you can use dry or canned chickpeas. But o speed things up, I am using canned chickpeas. If using dry, soak them overnight and then cook them in a pot of boiling water until very soft.
  • Tahini: for depth in flavor. I don’t recommend leaving the tahini out, or it will just taste like puréed chickpeas.
  • Garlic: for a boost of garlicky flavor!
  • Cold water: to help get the hummus as smooth and creamy as possible.
  • Olive oil: for a richer texture.
  • Lemon juice: to add freshness and acidity
  • Salt & cumin: to season

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Extra tips for a smoother hummus

  • If using dry chickpeas, peel the skin off your chickpeas once cooked. I know it’s time-consuming, but it helps with the texture.
  • If using canned, cook them for an extra 10 minutes in a pot of boiling water to make them softer and create a smoother hummus.
  • Use ice cubes instead of water or icy cold water. Not sure about the science behind this but, it makes the hummus even creamier.

Suggestions for serving

  • As a dip, with your favorite crackers or veggie sticks
  • As spread on a sandwich.
  • With leftover plain pasta for a creamy hummus pasta
  • On salads, bowls and mixed with dressings

Other recipes you might want to try

  • Roasted eggplant dip
  • Baked crispy cauliflower bites
  • Roasted garlic dip 

What you might need to make this recipe

Tahini

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Classic Hummus - Smooth & Creamy
Prep Time
10 mins
 

A classic hummus recipe - smooth, creamy, and incredibly delicious. Perfect as a dip or spread on a sandwich or mixed with a salad. Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free!

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Plant-based, Vegan
Keyword: easy, gluten-free, meal prep
Servings: 6
Calories: 125 kcal
Author: L
Ingredients
  • 1 can chickpeas (15oz - 400gr)
  • 3 garlic cloves (peeled)
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 4-5 tbsp cold water
  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil (optional)
  • 2-3 tbsp lemon juice
  • pinch of salt
  • pinch of cumin
Instructions
  1. Add all ingredients to a food processor.

  2. Blend for 3 to 4 minutes, pausing every time needed, to scrape down the sides of the bowl, until the hummus is totally smooth. 

  3. If it's too thick, add more cold water a tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.

  4. Taste test and season with additional salt, cumin, and/or lemon juice if needed. Serve with a drizzle of olive oil, and garnish with your favorite toppings.

Recipe Notes
  • You can use either chickpea cooked from scratch or canned. 
  • Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.

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  1. Candice Petersen

    November 8, 2017 at 9:31 AM

    It looks really good!

    Candice | Beauty Candy Loves
     

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    • Loubna

      November 8, 2017 at 12:20 PM

      Thank you Candice x

      Reply
  2. Holly

    December 14, 2017 at 9:33 PM

    This looks so good. I honestly adore hummus and could probably eat it every single day. Thanks for including the recipe, usually I buy it from a supermarket but I may try making it myself over the holidays.

    Holly x
    adailydoseofholly.com

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    • Loubna

      December 15, 2017 at 10:56 AM

      You definitely should try it, it’s so good! Thank you for stopping by x

      Reply

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