Garlic Hummus Recipe

A no fail smooth and creamy Garlic Hummus Recipe that is made in a food processor or blender in less than ten minutes. Serve with toasted pita triangles and fresh vegetables or as a spread on wraps and sandwiches.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Mediterranean

Keyword garlic hummus recipe, homemade hummus, how to make garlic hummus, how to make hummus

Prep Time 10

Calories 970kcal

Author Beth Pierce

Ingredients

5 tablespoons tahini
1 lemon juiced
¾ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic peeled
¼ cup olive oil
2-4 tablespoons water
1 15 ounce can chickpeas drained and rinsed
⅛ teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

In the bowl of a food processor puree the tahini and lemon juice for 1-2 minutes.
Add the ground cumin, sea salt, garlic, and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Puree until smooth; approximately 2 minutes.
Add 2 tablespoons water and chickpeas and blend until super creamy and smooth. This will take several minutes. If needed add 2 teaspoons of water at a time until desired consistency.
Drizzle with remaining olive oil. Sprinkle with paprika and fresh chopped parsley.

Notes

Purchase good quality tahini as it really does make a difference. You will find it either with the gourmet olives and other Mediterranean goodies or with the cashew, peanut, and other nut butters.
Use canned or freshly cooked chickpeas. Super soft chickpeas will produce the creamiest hummus.
If the mixture is too thick for you to work with than simply add a couple tablespoons of water at a time pulsing in between until desired consistency.
It takes several minutes in the food processor to cream the hummus and produce a nice smooth finish. You can also make it in a high powered blender and it produces a nice creamy finish as well.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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