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Master Hummus: 5 Key Recipes

Master the art of homemade hummus with these 5 key recipes, offering a range of flavors and textures to suit every palate.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Classic Hummus
  • 15 oz canned chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2-4 tbsp cold water
  • salt to taste
  • olive oil for drizzling
  • paprika for garnish
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
  • 15 oz canned chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup roasted red peppers from a jar, drained
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2-4 tbsp cold water
  • salt to taste
  • olive oil for drizzling
  • chopped parsley for garnish
Spicy Sriracha Hummus
  • 15 oz canned chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1-2 tbsp sriracha sauce to taste
  • 2-4 tbsp cold water
  • salt to taste
  • olive oil for drizzling
  • red pepper flakes for garnish
Avocado Hummus
  • 15 oz canned chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 ripe avocado pitted and scooped
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2-4 tbsp cold water
  • salt to taste
  • olive oil for drizzling
  • chopped cilantro for garnish
Sundried Tomato Hummus
  • 15 oz canned chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 2-4 tbsp cold water
  • salt to taste
  • olive oil for drizzling
  • fresh basil leaves for garnish
Garnish
  • Olive oil for drizzling
  • Paprika for sprinkling
Equipment
  • Food processor
  • Serving bowl
Instructions
  • Combine ingredients in a food processor
  • Blend until smooth
  • Adjust consistency with cold water
  • Season to taste
  • Serve and garnish
Notes
  • For extra smooth hummus, remove chickpea skins before blending
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Serving bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Basic Hummus Preparation
  1. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt.
  2. Process until smooth, gradually adding cold water until desired consistency is reached.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then transfer to a serving bowl.
Variations
  1. For Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, add drained roasted red peppers to the food processor with other ingredients.
  2. For Spicy Sriracha Hummus, incorporate sriracha sauce to taste during blending.
  3. For Avocado Hummus, blend in ripe avocado and use lime juice instead of lemon.
  4. For Sun-dried Tomato Hummus, add drained sun-dried tomatoes and dried oregano to the mixture.
Serving Suggestions
  1. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika, chopped parsley, red pepper flakes, or fresh basil.
  2. Serve with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a spread in sandwiches.

Notes

For an even smoother hummus, remove the skins from the chickpeas before blending. Store any leftover hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.