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Traditional Hummus

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried chickpeas
  • ½ tsp. baking soda (for cooking)
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (1 large lemon)
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 2 – 3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
  • ½ tsp. ground cumin
  • ½ tsp. smoked paprika (optional, for garnish)
  • Salt to taste
  • Ice water, as needed

Instructions

  1. Soak the Chickpeas: Rinse the dried chickpeas and place them in a large bowl. Cover with water and soak overnight (8 – 12 hours).
  2. Cook the Chickpeas: Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas. Place in a large pot with fresh water and baking soda. Boil, then simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours until very soft. Remove from heat. Set aside ¼ cup of cooking liquid. Then, discard the remaining water by placing a colander in the sink and pouring the contents of the pot into the colander.
  3. Peel the Chickpeas (optional but recommended): Gently pinch the skins off the cooked chickpeas for a smoother texture.
  4. Blend Tahini and Lemon Juice: In a food processor, combine tahini and lemon juice. Blend for 1 – 2 minutes until creamy.
  5. Add Garlic and Spices: Add minced garlic, cumin, and a pinch of salt. Blend for 30 seconds.
  6. Add Chickpeas: Add the cooked chickpeas and ¼ cup of reserved cooking liquid. Blend for 1 – 2 minutes until thick.
  7. Add Olive Oil and Ice Water: With the processor running, drizzle in olive oil. Gradually add ice-cold water until desired consistency is reached.
  8. Taste and Adjust: Adjust seasoning with more lemon juice, salt, or olive oil as needed.
  9. Serve: Spoon hummus into a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with paprika or desired toppings. Serve as a dip with assorted raw vegetables or pita bread.

Store unused hummus in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw frozen hummus overnight and stir before serving.

Yield: 2 Cups
Servings: 8
Serving Size: ¼ Cup

Nutrition (per serving)*

Calories: 190
Protein: 5g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 100 to 200mg (depending on amount of added salt)

*Nutrition information is estimated and can vary based on olive oil and tahini brands.