Once you make this Mediterranean Hummus Recipe you will never buy store-bought hummus again! It's easy to make with only a handful of ingredients and customizable to taste.
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Why I Love This Hummus Recipe
I've always loved hummus and for a long time thought that it was difficult to make. Once I found out you can make this Mediterranean Hummus recipe with only a handful of ingredients, I was so excited to give it a try!
According to Wikipedia, hummus is a dip, spread, or savory dish made from cooked, mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. Standard garnishes include olive oil, a few whole chickpeas, parsley, and paprika.
Key Ingredients Needed to Make This Recipe
- Canned Garbanzo Beans - (also known as chickpeas) are a good source of plant-based protein and dietary fiber. Garbanzo beans have a nutty flavor and creamy texture, making them a popular choice for hummus.
- Fresh Garlic - fresh garlic is best, but you can use the jarred stuff in a pinch. It has a pungent aroma and distinctive flavor.
- Tahini Sauce - Tahini is a paste made from ground sesame seeds and is a key ingredient in hummus. It provides a rich, creamy texture and adds a nutty flavor to the hummus.
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil - extra virgin olive oil adds a smooth and velvety consistency to the hummus.
*See the recipe card for the complete list of ingredients and quantities.
Variations and Substitutions for Homemade Hummus
The best thing about making hummus at home is that you can add or omit anything you want. Here are some customization and substitution ideas:
- Add roasted garlic
- Use beetroot with the garbanzo beans
- Add avocado
- Cook up some caramelized onions for added flavor
- Use sunflower seed butter instead of tahini
- Use rehydrated garbanzo beans instead of canned
How to Make Easy Hummus at Home
Rinse and drain the garbanzo beans and place them in the bowl of a food processor. Add the lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and tahini and pulse, and puree until smooth.
Add salt and pepper and continue to process. Taste for seasoning and more of anything that is needed.
For a thinner, smoother hummus, add water or more tahini, a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency. Serve the hummus with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika if desired.
How To Store Homemade Hummus
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can also freeze hummus for up to 4 months, but remember, the longer it's in the freezer, the more the flavor will change.
What to Eat with Hummus Sauce
Hummus is such an amazing condiment because it can be served in so many different ways. Here are a few ideas on how to serve your homemade hummus:
- a dip with fresh veggies or Homemade Pita Bread
- a sandwich spread
- in a wrap like my Shawarma Chicken Wraps
- salad topping
- pasta sauce
- pizza sauce
Recipe FAQs
Homemade hummus can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Yes, you can freeze hummus for 3-4 months in a sealable freezer-safe container. The best way to defrost hummus is to place it in the fridge overnight to thaw.
Tahini is a traditional ingredient that adds a rich, nutty flavor to hummus. While you can make hummus without it, the taste and texture will be different. If you need a substitute, try using sunflower seed butter or Greek yogurt.
To achieve a smoother hummus, you can peel the chickpeas by gently rubbing them with your fingers or using baking soda to loosen the skins. Additionally, blending the hummus for a longer time can help achieve a creamier texture.
Yes, you can make hummus without a food processor by using a high-powered blender or mashing the ingredients by hand with a fork or potato masher. The texture may be less smooth, but it will still be delicious.
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Mediterranean Hummus Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 15 ounce can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons tahini sauce
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- paprika for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the garbanzo beans and place them in the bowl of a food processor.
- Add the lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and tahini. Pulse and puree until smooth. Add salt and pepper and continue to process. Taste for seasoning and more of anything that is needed. For a thinner, smoother hummus, add water or more tahini, a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
- Serve the hummus with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika if desired. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
Different Ways to Customize Your Homemade Hummus
The best thing about making your own hummus is that you can add or omit anything you want. Love garlic? Add more or roast some and add it as a topping. Don't love paprika? Skip it. Want a creamier texture? Add more tahini. Once you have the base of this recipe, you can make it your own!How to Store Homemade Hummus
Store your homemade hummus in a sealable container in the refrigerator. Homemade hummus will last 3-4 days in the fridge.Can you Freeze Hummus?
Yes, you can freeze hummus for 3-4 months in a sealable freezer-safe container. The best way to defrost hummus is to place it in the fridge overnight to thaw.Nutrition
Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.
Cindy says
What can I use in place of tahini? My son is allergic to sesame.
Emily says
Hi Cindy, you can use cashew butter, almond butter, sunflower butter, or greek yogurt in place of tahini. Enjoy!
Bianca says
Yumm this was so delicious!
Emily says
So happy to hear it!