Snacking... we all love to do it. Let's make it healthy!
In our opinion, everyone who likes hummus should know how to make a great classic hummus recipe at home (because let’s be honest, it’s sooo much better than store-bought).
If you’re a fan of this chickpea dip like we are, then you will appreciate the simplicity of this tasty and healthy recipe.
Ready in about five minutes, you will need a food processor to make this hummus really smooth and creamy.
Classic Hummus
Equipment
- Food Processor
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 cans chickpeas, uncooked and drained
- 4 tbsp. tahini paste
- 1-1/2 lemons, squeeze out the juice and set aside
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled
- small handful of cilantro
- 1 tsp. salt
- pinch of black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Optional seasonings to taste
- red pepper flakes
- olives
- pesto
- paprika
- fresh rosemary
Instructions
- Combine chickpeas (drained of water) and garlic in a food processor and pulse 5 times.
- Add tahini paste, salt, black pepper, cilantro, squeezed lemon juice, and optional seasonings to the food processor, processing again until smooth.
- Remove the hummus from the food processor, add to a serving bowl, and drizzle with olive oil.
Enjoy!
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Photos by Lorianne DeVita
