Classic Hummus

Creamy, smooth hummus made with chickpeas, tahini, lemon, and garlic. A simple, flavorful dip for bread, vegetables, and bowls.

This classic hummus is silky, bright, and deeply satisfying. Made with chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil, it comes together quickly and works beautifully as a dip, spread, or side dish. Serve it with warm pita, fresh vegetables, or use it to add richness to grain bowls and sandwiches.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 small garlic clove, minced
• 2 to 4 tablespoons ice water
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon fine salt, or to taste
• 1 to 2 tablespoons chickpea cooking liquid or water, as needed
• Paprika, for garnish
• Chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Place the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt in a food processor.
2. Blend until the mixture starts to look smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
3. With the processor running, add the ice water and olive oil gradually until the hummus becomes light, creamy, and fluffy.
4. If needed, add a little chickpea cooking liquid or water to adjust the texture.
5. Taste and adjust the salt or lemon juice.
6. Transfer to a serving bowl and swirl the top with the back of a spoon.
7. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with paprika and parsley before serving.