Hummus Among Us

Discover the ultimate creamy delight with our "Hummus Among Us" recipe—a quick and easy Mediterranean-inspired dip that’s packed with flavor and perfect for snacking or entertaining. Made in just 10 minutes, this recipe combines tender chickpeas, velvety tahini, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of garlic for a rich, aromatic base, all elevated by the warm spice of cumin. The garnish of smoked paprika, fresh parsley, and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil adds a vibrant finishing touch, ensuring this homemade hummus is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether you’re serving it with pita bread, fresh veggies, or crackers, this smooth and creamy hummus is a versatile crowd-pleaser that will keep everyone coming back for more. Perfect for vegan, gluten-free, and plant-based snacking, "Hummus Among Us" is the flavorful dip you didn’t know you needed!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 15 ounces canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
• 0.25 cup tahini
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 large garlic clove
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons cold water
• 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon extra olive oil (for drizzling)

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

Peel the garlic clove and set it aside.

Step 3

In a food processor, add the chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic clove, ground cumin, and salt.

Step 4

Blend the mixture for 1-2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Step 5

While the food processor is running, gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the hummus reaches your desired consistency (smooth and creamy).

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, lemon juice, or cumin to your preference.

Step 7

Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl.

Step 8

Drizzle the hummus with olive oil and sprinkle smoked paprika and chopped parsley on top for garnish.

Step 9

Serve with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or your favorite crackers for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	612.5 grams (612.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1323

Total Fat 86.50g	111%
Saturated Fat 12.50g	63%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2087mg	91%
Total Carbohydrate 104.60g	38%
Dietary Fiber 32.10g	115%
Total Sugars 16.40g
Protein 41.50g	83%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4873mg	375%
Iron 21437mg	119094%
Potassium 1591mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.1%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 30.7%