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A truly creamy and smooth homemade hummus that's miles better than store-bought. This authentic recipe whips tahini and lemon before blending with chickpeas for an ultra-light texture. Perfect as a dip or spread, and ready in minutes.
Whip the tahini and lemon
Blend the hummus
Serve the hummus
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A truly creamy and smooth homemade hummus that's miles better than store-bought. This authentic recipe whips tahini and lemon before blending with chickpeas for an ultra-light texture. Perfect as a dip or spread, and ready in minutes.
This middle_eastern recipe takes 10 minutes to prepare and yields 8 servings. At 76.24 calories per serving with 1.36g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for snack or appetizer or side.
This recipe is naturally vegan. Enjoy it with your favorite plant-based sides.
Hummus is naturally gluten-free. Serve with gluten-free crackers, rice cakes, or fresh vegetable sticks instead of pita bread.
For a lower-fat version, reduce the tahini to 2 tablespoons and replace the volume with extra aquafaba or water.
Use pre-peeled garlic and bottled lemon juice to save a few minutes of prep time for an even faster dip.
Blend in 1/4 cup of shelled edamame or a scoop of unflavored protein powder to boost the protein content.
Chickpeas are an excellent source of protein, making hummus a great option for vegetarians and vegans to support muscle repair and growth.
The fiber from chickpeas aids in digestion, promotes gut health, and helps you feel full and satisfied.
Tahini (from sesame seeds) and olive oil provide monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health and reducing inflammation.
Hummus provides important minerals like manganese, copper, and folate, which are essential for various bodily functions.
Yes, hummus is considered a very healthy snack. It's rich in plant-based protein and fiber from chickpeas, and contains healthy fats from tahini and olive oil, which are good for heart health.
A typical 2-tablespoon serving of this homemade hummus contains approximately 70-90 calories, primarily from the chickpeas and tahini.
Grainy hummus is usually caused by the skins of the chickpeas. For an ultra-smooth texture, take the time to pinch the skins off each chickpea before blending. Whipping the tahini first also helps.
Store your homemade hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 5 days.
Yes, you can use a high-powered blender. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides more often, but it will work well. A regular blender might struggle to get a very smooth consistency.
