How to Make Hummus

Learn how to make hummus for a delicious appetizer or spread. This homemade hummus recipe is simple and easy to make and is wonderfully rich. It's so much better than store bought!

📝 Ingredients

• 1 15 ounce can chickpeas, peeled, rinsed, and drained
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 cup good-quality tahini
• 2 –4 tablespoons cold water (or more if needed)
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 2 medium cloves garlic (peeled and smashed)
• juice of 1 lemon (2–3 tablespoons)
• optional toppings: extra drizzle of olive oil (chopped fresh parsley, sprinkle of paprika, toasted pine nuts)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Boil chickpeas for 20 minutes with enough water to cover them & baking soda. Rinse and drain.
2. 2Add tahini, cold water, olive oil, cumin, salt, garlic, and lemon juice to a food processor. Puree until smooth.
3. 3Add in the cooked chickpeas to the food processor. Puree for 3-4 minutes, pausing halfway to scrape down the sides of the bowl, until the hummus is smooth. If it seems too thick, add in another tablespoon or two of cold water.
4. 4Taste and season with additional salt, cumin, and/or lemon juice if needed.
5. 5Serve immediately, garnished with your desired toppings. Or transfer to a sealed container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.