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A serving of creamy hummus in a rustic bowl, garnished with olive oil and paprika.

How to grow Hummus with 3 tips

This guide will teach you how to "grow" your own hummus at home, offering three essential tips to perfect your homemade dip. This recipe is perfect for beginners and seasoned hummus enthusiasts alike.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 15 ounces canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2-4 tablespoons ice water
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • paprika, for garnish
  • fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt in a food processor.
  2. Blend until smooth, slowly adding ice water tablespoon by tablespoon until desired consistency is reached.
Serving
  1. Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with paprika and fresh parsley.

Notes

For an extra smooth hummus, remove the skins from the chickpeas before blending. Adjust lemon juice and salt to taste. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.