Creamy Hummus

In this post I share with you how to make the perfect creamy chickpea spread. Making hummus from scratch is easier than you think and the result is so much tastier than the store bought versions. By boiling the chickpeas before blending, you end up with an extra smooth texture. Serve it with your favourite bread, vegetables, or use it as a base for a wrap or even a steamed potato.

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Hummus

Creamy Chickpea Spread
Prep Time5 minutes
Cooking Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Keyword: healthy dip, hummus
Author: Annely
Servings: 1

Adjust servings here:

Equipment

  • blender
  • pot

Ingredients
 

  • 240 grams chickpeas can
  • 125 ml tahini
  • 2 lemons
  • 1 garlic clove
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp water
  • a little bit salt

Topping / Garnish

  • chickpeas
  • paprika powder
  • parsley
  • olive oil

Instructions

  • Set aside a tablespoon of chickpeas for garnish. Add the remaining chickpeas to a pot with water and boil for 15 minutes.
  • Add to a blender: lemon juice, garlic, tahini, salt and cumin. Blend until smooth.
  • Drain the chickpeas, then add them to the blender along with olive oil and a splash of water. Blend again until creamy.
  • Add the hummus into a bowl or plate and use the back of the spoon to create swirls. Drizzle a bit of olive oil and garnish the center with the reserved chickpeas, paprika powder and chopped parsley.

Notes

Serve with chopped vegetables or bread. Or use the hummus as a base for your wrap.

Enjoy!