Classic Hummus Recipe
Classic Hummus is a dip that goes well on pita bread, chips, and vegetables. Also makes a nice sandwich or wrap spread.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Total Time15 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: how to make hummus
Servings: 6 - 8
Author: Sandy Clifton
- ¼ Cup Tahini
- ¼ Cup Lemon Juice
- ⅓ to ½ Cup Warm Water start with ⅓ cup
- 3 Cloves Garlic
- 1 (15-oz) can Garbanzo Beans drained & rinsed
- ½ teaspoon Ground Cumin, or to taste
- pinch Cayenne Pepper or to taste
- 2 teaspoons Olive Oil, plus more for garnish
- pinch Salt, or to taste
- pinch Pepper, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon Paprika
Add everything to a mini food processor and pulse several times until well blended and smooth.
Taste and adjust seasoning as desired, add more water if you like it thinner, and pulse a few more times (if you made adjustments).
Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with a drizzle of olive oil, parsley, or toasted pine nuts.