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Simple Homemade Hummus

Simple Homemade Hummus

This simple homemade hummus is perfect for a pre-dinner appetizer or as an afternoon snack. Serve with sliced veggies and crackers or pita bread. Enjoy!
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Servings: 6
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can (15-ounce) chickpeas
  • 1 small garlic clove
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cumin (optional)
  • 3-4 tablepoons extra-virgin olive oil

Equipment

  • 1 food processor

Method
 

  1. Drain and rinse chickpeas.
  2. Add chickpeas, garlic, tahini, lemon juice, water, salt, and cumin to a food processor and pulse to combine.
  3. Add olive oil and continue to pulse until smooth and creamy. Taste test and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Use a spoon or spatula to carefully transfer the hummus to a bowl.

Notes

Variation: Experiment with adding more garlic, cumin, or lemon to your hummus. Or, to add even more zippiness, try adding cayenne pepper, parsley, chives, or scallions.