Ingredients
- 15 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½–1 clove garlic
- 1 heaping tablespoon tahini
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Instructions
- Drain and rinse chickpeas in cold water.
- Place chickpeas, garlic, tahini, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and olive oil in a food processor.
- Blend until almost smooth, scraping down sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning or add more lemon juice if desired.
- Transfer to a serving dish, drizzle with olive oil, and serve with vegetables, crackers, or flatbread.
Notes
- For an extra-smooth hummus, peel the chickpeas before blending.
- Add a pinch of cumin for a warm, earthy flavor.
- Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Use ice-cold water while blending for a fluffier texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 538 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 1170 mg
- Fat: 46 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 38 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
