This easy homemade hummus has the BEST flavorful flavor and creamy texture — plus it’s a lot cheaper and tastier than store-bought!
There are so many delicious brands of store-bought hummus out there. But why not prepare this healthy snack at home? It’s a lot cheaper and a lot tastier. Alex and I buy hummus, but when we have time, it’s all homemade. it is ours Best Homemade Hummus Recipe what we do regularly. It only takes 5 minutes to make! Here’s how.
Ingredients for homemade hummus
What makes this homemade hummus the best ever? This one is simple and flavorful, with just the right creamy texture. What is hummus made of? It has a simple ingredient list:
- Chickpeas (& Aquafaba)
- Garlic
- lemon
- tahini
- Salt
Canned or dried chickpeas
There are many hummus recipes that call for dried chickpeas. But this easy homemade hummus recipe calls for canned chickpeas because let’s face it, cooking dried chickpeas takes time! It also uses some of the liquid from canned chickpeas, called aquafaba.
Yes, aquafaba is just the liquid in a can of chickpeas! There are many creative uses for it in vegan cooking; it is used as a thickener or binder. In fact, you can even whip it into whipped cream! This hummus uses a few tablespoons of aquafaba to make it super creamy. (Here are some tastier chickpea recipes while we’re at it.)
The tahini gives it just the right texture!
The other ingredient to look for in homemade hummus is tahini. What is tahini? It is a paste made from sesame seeds, typically used in Middle Eastern or Mediterranean dishes. Tahini is Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Paleo, Keto, and Whole 30, so it’s suitable for many diets. It’s pure sesame seeds and salt. Tahini is another way to make hummus extremely creamy. (How to use leftover tahini!)
Can you make hummus without tahini?
In fact… you can. Don’t have tahini? No problem! We have a special variant just for you. This tahini-free hummus is an oddly delicious twist with a secret ingredient instead of tahini.
How to make hummus
This homemade hummus only takes a few minutes to prepare. Here are the basic steps to make this hummus recipe (see recipe below for quantities):
- drain: Drain the chickpeas into a liquid measuring cup, reserving the aquafaba.
- Mixed: Place the peeled garlic in the bowl of a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Then add chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, kosher salt, and a few tablespoons of aquafaba. Blend until you get a creamy consistency.
- Garnish: Garnish the hummus with coriander leaves, a sprinkling of paprika, a drizzle of olive oil, and toasted pine nuts. Serve with veggies, flatbread, homemade pita chips, or crackers!
How does hummus taste? It’s creamy, rich, savory and salty at the same time, with hints of lemon and a garlicky aftertaste.
What do you eat with hummus
The better question is what can not do you eat with hummus? Here are some unusual ideas:
- Use it instead of mayonnaise on a sandwich– Spread hummus on sandwiches for a tastier bite, like in this easy Chickpea Salad Sandwich.
- Soaked Pita Chips—These homemade pita chips are perfect for dipping.
- Enjoy with falafel– the more chickpeas, the better! Mix things up a bit by dipping the falafels in hummus, or spread them on our falafel patties.
- Make Hummus Deviled Eggs—Instead of swirling around in deviled eggs with mayonnaise and mustard, mix the yolks with hummus and pour the mixture back into the egg whites. (And here’s how to cook hard-boiled eggs.)
- Make homemade vinaigrette– Mix hummus with some hot water, olive oil and lemon juice for an easy homemade dressing.
4 Unique Flavors of Hummus!
Finally, are you looking for more original hummus flavors? There are so many ways to turn this hummus recipe into a new flavor and color—and it looks amazing too! Here are 4 unique flavors of hummus you can make.
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This Homemade Hummus Recipe is…
Vegetarian, gluten-free, vegan, plant-based and dairy-free.
The description
This easy homemade hummus recipe is delicious served with warm flatbread or fresh veggies. Here’s our best hummus recipe and how to make homemade hummus!
For the hummus
- 1 medium clove of garlic
- 1 15 ounces chickpeas (or 1½ cups cooked chickpeas or Instant Pot)
- 1 large lemon (¼ cup lemon juice)
- ¼ cup tahini
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
For the garnish (optional)
- Fresh coriander leaves
- paprika
- olive oil
- Grilled pine nuts (see below)
- Peel the garlic. Drain the chickpeas into a liquid measuring cup. Squeeze lemon.
- Place the garlic in the bowl of a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Add chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, kosher salt, and 2 tablespoons water from canned chickpeas (aquafaba). Blend for 30 seconds, then scrape out the bowl. Taste good. Add 1-2 tablespoons of aquafaba if needed. Blend for 1 to 2 minutes to get a creamy consistency. Store in the refrigerator for 7-10 days.
- If desired, prepare the filling: Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet for a few minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown (or bake in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet at 350°F for 6 to 8 minutes).
- Garnish the hummus with coriander leaves, a sprinkling of paprika, a drizzle of olive oil, and toasted pine nuts. Serve with veggies, flatbread, or crackers (like these homemade crackers!)
- Category: aperitif
- Method: Mix
- Kitchen: Mediterranean Sea
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Frequently asked questions about hummus recipes
Do you have a question about this creamy dip? We have answers.
Yes, hummus is healthy! Hummus is a great plant-based protein to add to your diet, and it’s packed with vitamins and minerals. See the recipe below for full nutritional information.
Yes you can. Simply freeze in an airtight container, leaving room for the humus to expand. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and stir in (or drain) any liquid that has separated.
Yes, the homemade hummus is gluten-free and vegan.
A ¼ cup serving of hummus has 162 calories.
Absolutely! Store hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Hummus will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. hummus goes bad; it may mold if kept more than 5 days.
Yes, hummus is an excellent source of plant-based protein! A ¼ cup serving of hummus contains 7 grams of protein, or 14% of your daily protein intake.
No, hummus is not keto friendly.
No one knows for sure, but it probably dates back to ancient Egypt.
Every grocery store is different, but hummus can be found in the refrigerated section, usually near the produce.
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Last update: January 2020
