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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers

    Hummus Recipe

    Published: Nov 2, 2021 by Ayeh Manfre 34 Comments

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    This homemade hummus recipe is so creamy and healthy, with so many nutrients and protein from chickpeas. It's the perfect appetizer or snack!

    Hummus garnished with paprika, olive oil and parsley along with pita chips

    Hummus is definitely one of the most frequent dishes I make in my home, at least every fortnight. I love having it as a snack with veggie sticks and pita chips, serving as an appetizer, or even as a spread in sandwiches and wraps. 

    Some more easy dips you must try are Bread Dipping Oil and Whipped Feta Dip.

    Homemade hummus tastes a thousand times better than store bought hummus, plus it’s an easy recipe, all you need is a blender, 5 ingredients and it takes 10 minutes to make.

    I guarantee that when you start making your own, you will never buy it again!

    Hummus is delicious, super healthy with so many nutrients, and full of protein from the chickpeas so it also keeps you full. It’s also a vegan recipe.

    This middle eastern dish has inspired me to make other hummus variations such as my White Bean Dip, Beetroot Hummus and Avocado Hummus.

    Table of Contents
    • Ingredients to make homemade Hummus Recipe
    • How to peel chickpeas quickly
    • Tips for easy Hummus Recipe
    • FAQs
    • More Chickpea Recipes
    • Recipe
    • Comments
    Hummus ingredients

    Ingredients to make homemade Hummus Recipe

    • Chickpeas, are the main star in making Hummus. You can use canned or dried chickpeas that have been soaked and cooked
    • Tahini one of the key ingredients and important for the overall texture and flavour profile of the hummus. Make sure to check the label to ensure that sesame is the only ingredient
    • Fresh lemon juice to provide some freshness and acidity to the dish
    • Garlic cloves, I like to add 1-2 cloves however if you are a garlic lover, feel free to add more
    • Olive oil adds to the silkiness and a good drizzle is needed for garnish. I like to use extra virgin olive oil
    Hummus ingredients in a blender

    How to peel chickpeas quickly

    To make your hummus extra creamy, the key is to peel your chickpeas. I have to admit I don’t do this every single time I make it, however, when I do have a little extra time and add this step, it turns out soooo much smoother and creamier.

    Rather than peeling every chickpea one by one, here is the technique I’ve been doing to speed up the process.

    1. Soak dry chickpeas overnight in cold water
    2. The next day, rinse under water and boil in fresh water in a pot on medium heat
    3. Add 1 teaspoon baking soda as water starts to boil. Remove any foam that appears on the top
    4. Cook dried chickpeas until very soft, approximately 25 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water
    5. Add cooked chickpeas to a bowl, fill with cold water and with your hands, toss the chickpeas through the water massaging them for a minute. You will notice all the skins just fall right off and rise to the top of the water.
    6. Pour the water out into the sink, the first lot of skins will easily fall out with the water as they float. Fill the bowl with water again and repeat this step 3-4 times to remove the remaining skins. It will only take a few minutes to do this as the skins float to the top which makes them easier to separate from all the chickpeas.
    7. Ensure you discard the skins and throw them in the bin rather than down the sink.
    Hummus blended in a smooth consistency

    Tips for easy Hummus Recipe

    1. When blending, be sure to add a couple of ice cubes, I’ve found that this helps in making the hummus more creamy. Start with 2 and add more if needed as its always easier to add something in, than if you've added to much
    2. Adding a splash of cold ice water helps with the blending process
    3. If you are using canned chickpeas, use the liquid in the can instead of water as it gives extra flavour. Also if they are on the harder side with a bite to them, I'd still recommend boiling them first with baking soda to soften and so skins will easily peel off
    Hummus being dipped with a pita chip

    FAQs

    Why is my hummus grainy?

    Because the chickpeas haven't been blended enough. This is due to the outer skin layer of the chickpeas which sometimes need a little longer time to blend.

    How do you make hummus creamier?

    Add 2 to 3 ice cubes when blending to make the hummus more creamy. Start with 2 and add more if needed.

    How long does hummus last?

    3 -4 days in the fridge

    Hummus served in a bowl with pita chips on the side

    Garnish with some chickpeas, paprika, olive oil, and chopped fresh parsley. Serve with pita bread chips, crackers, or veggie sticks and enjoy as a great appetizer for any gathering or occasion!

    Making a design or well in the middle with the back of a spoon will take the dish to another level with your garnish on top too.

    More Chickpea Recipes

    • Crispy Chickpeas
    • Persian Patties
    • Homemade Falafel
    • Beetroot Hummus

    I love seeing your creations and remakes, so be sure to rate the recipe, comment and share your Hummus photo on Instagram so I can share the love!

    Recipe

    Hummus served in a bowl with pita chips on the side

    Hummus Recipe

    4.75 from 20 votes
    This homemade hummus recipe is so creamy and healthy, with so many nutrients and protein from chickpeas. It's the perfect appetizer or snack.
    Author: Ayeh Manfre
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Middle Eastern
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 195kcal
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    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Cook Time0 minutes mins
    Total Time5 minutes mins

    Ingredients 

    • 1 cup dried chickpeas or 2 cups cooked chickpeas (they can be canned)
    • 2 heaped tbsp tahini
    • ½ lemon
    • 1-2 garlic cloves
    • 3 tbs extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 ice cube
    • Sea salt
    • Splash of cold water

    Garnish

    • Extra chickpeas
    • Paprika
    • Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
    • Chopped parsley

    Instructions

    • If using canned chickpeas, skip to step 7 (check notes in my tips above)
    • If using dried chickpeas, soak dry chickpeas overnight in cold water. Ensure they are in a large bowl as they will double or triple in size
    • The next day, rinse under water and boil in fresh water in a pot medium on heat. Add 1 teaspoon baking soda to the pot once it starts to boil. Keep an eye and remove any foam that appears on the top
    • Cook until chickpeas are very soft, approximately 25 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
      If wishing to peel chickpeas, refer to instructions on how to peel chickpeas quickly in notes above.
    • Add chickpeas to a blender or food processor. Add tahini, juice of the lemon, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt, ice cube and splash of cold water. Blend until a smooth texture is achieved. If it’s too grainy or thick, add a splash more cold water or another ice cube to help it smoothen.
    • Serve in a bowl and with a spoon create a well or dipped design on the top. Garnish with extra chickpeas, sprinkle of smoked paprika, drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and some chopped parsley. Serve alongside crispy pita chips and some chopped veggie sticks and enjoy!

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 315mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 163IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg
    Keywords: Chickpeas, dip, snack

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    1. Devie

      March 14, 2021 at 12:02 am

      5 stars
      This is so yummy, I've been made this twice , thank you so much !

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        March 20, 2021 at 10:38 pm

        so happy you like it dear, I make it on repeat too 🙂

        Reply
    2. Laura

      April 04, 2021 at 5:29 pm

      5 stars
      Normally not a HUGE fan of hummus BUT this one I can’t get enough! Soooo yummy! Can’t wait to make it again!

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        April 07, 2021 at 5:38 pm

        Yay! Its one of my all time fav recipes xx

        Reply
    3. Erica

      April 08, 2021 at 9:26 pm

      5 stars
      Was shocked how easy this was! Best hummus ever, so light and fluffy. The biggest problem with all of recipes is there are never leftovers!

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        April 15, 2021 at 5:50 pm

        Haha we always finish it way too quickly too, but thats a good sign 🙂

        Reply
    4. Apoorva

      May 14, 2021 at 3:07 pm

      Please make a bideo of how to make tahini

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        May 26, 2021 at 3:09 pm

        Definitely will do 🙂

        Reply
    5. kasias.kitchen

      June 05, 2021 at 7:47 pm

      5 stars
      Best recipe for hummus! Easy and creamy

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        June 07, 2021 at 1:40 pm

        So much better homemade isnt it 🙂 so glad you love it too xx

        Reply
      • Miki

        July 09, 2021 at 1:28 am

        5 stars
        Truly the best Hummus recipe.
        Made the Tahini from scratch as well just burned it a lil bit otherwise, the hummus turned out to be perfect
        Never buying from store again!
        And I realised the necessity of adding the ice cubes…
        Thanks Ayeh

        Reply
        • Ayeh

          July 12, 2021 at 11:07 am

          Homemade is always so much better right! So happy you loved it too! x

          Reply
    6. Khush

      July 05, 2021 at 4:36 pm

      Hi Ayeh,

      The recipe looks amazing and i want to give it a go, which brand of tahini have you used in the recipe?

      Thankyou

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        July 06, 2021 at 12:12 pm

        I like to only use an organic brand that has sesame seeds as the only ingredient 🙂

        Reply
    7. Amy

      August 21, 2021 at 1:58 pm

      5 stars
      Been making this every week!

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        August 24, 2021 at 11:43 am

        Yayyy me too 🙂

        Reply
    8. Simran

      September 24, 2021 at 9:10 am

      5 stars
      Best recipe for hummus!!!

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        October 01, 2021 at 8:46 pm

        Yay so glad you love it! x

        Reply
    9. Rachel Zimny

      November 10, 2021 at 2:38 am

      Do you think this would freeze and thaw well? Excited to try the recipe!

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        November 29, 2021 at 7:20 pm

        I havnt tried freezing it myself to know first hand lovely xxx

        Reply
    10. Aanisah

      February 15, 2022 at 4:28 am

      5 stars
      Hi Ayeh, all your recipes turn out perfect. This one was no exception.

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        February 15, 2022 at 4:17 pm

        So happy to hear Aanisah 🙂 I love this recipe too! xxxx

        Reply
    11. Lynne

      October 28, 2022 at 5:52 am

      This is the best Hummus recipe I have found. I always do it for dinner parties and everyone says how amazing it is! I add a little bit of cumin to it too. So easy to make!

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        November 04, 2022 at 6:33 am

        Oh yum I love the addition of cumin too 🙂

        Reply
    12. Betsy G

      January 16, 2023 at 6:58 am

      5 stars
      I love hummus, but hate ones that taste like overpowering tahini. This has such a great balance of beans to tahini. Also found that Trader Joe’s tahini is the only one I don’t despise in homemade hummus. Very good recipe!!

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        January 16, 2023 at 10:03 pm

        Lovely to hear Betsy!

        Reply
    13. Lisa

      March 03, 2023 at 10:21 am

      5 stars
      This is delicious, I also added some homemade minted pesto and I'll try adding a some different ingredients next time like jalapenos, with a sprinkle of pistachios on top or tomato pesto or sundried toms and parmesan. Yum!!! my mouth is already watering
      Thank you for your energy, love your recipes and what you put into them xx

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        March 07, 2023 at 10:17 pm

        Oh yum sounds amazing!!! So lovely to hear, thank you so so much xx

        Reply
    14. Arlene Sollazzo

      May 08, 2023 at 8:26 am

      5 stars
      Can I leave out the tahini (allergic to sesame seeds) with the same great taste or recommend any substitute??? Mmmm

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        May 10, 2023 at 12:53 am

        Yes you can totally leave it out, it will still be great 🙂 Cashew butter can also be used.

        Reply
    15. Duncan

      June 24, 2023 at 3:07 am

      3 stars
      Tastes nice, after doing what you said mine is really runny however. Tried with extra chickpeas, no change. Will it get thicker in the fridge?

      Reply
      • Ayeh Manfre

        June 24, 2023 at 7:26 pm

        It maybe that too many ice cubes were added. It will thicken in the fridge not to worry. Next time only add one ice cube at a time xx

        Reply
      • Duncan

        June 30, 2023 at 11:01 pm

        5 stars
        Changed my review to a 5, because it did become less runny and It was very tasty. Might try your Tahini with it next. Thanks.

        Reply
        • Ayeh Manfre

          July 01, 2023 at 9:17 pm

          So happy to hear Duncan 🙂

          Reply

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