Classic Hummus Recipe
This Hummus Recipe is a simple and basic Middle Eastern dip that only takes about ten minutes to make. Use a blender or a food processor for best results.
Servings 8 servings
Calories 265kcal
Ingredients
- 31 oz chickpeas 15.5 oz cans, rinsed and drained
- 1 clove garlic chopped
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 3/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup cold water or more for desired consistency
Instructions
- Pour chick peas, garlic, tahini, lemon juice, salt, pepper and cumin into the bowl of a food processor or high powered blender.
- Turn blender on, drizzling olive oil in slowly. Continue pouring in the cold water until hummus is desired consistency.
- Spoon into bowl and serve with crackers and vegetables.
Nutrition
Calories: 265kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 348mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 4mg
