Simple Hummus

This Simple Hummus recipe is an easy appetizer dip recipe that can be put together in just minutes if you have the ingredients in your kitchen. All of these ingredients can be found in most major supermarkets.

I have updated the photos from the original recipe posted 8 years ago on Organized Island. I recently posted a recipe for homemade pita bread, and a few people have asked me if I had a great Hummus recipe.

Hi Friends, today I am sharing an easy hummus recipe. Honestly, it just takes five simple ingredients (besides salt and pepper) to make a nice batch of hummus, perfect to serve with fresh vegetables, crackers or pita chips.

Why This Recipe?

This homemade chickpea hummus is so easy to make. The result is a creamy and delicious dip idea. I use canned chickpeas in my homemade hummus and it works fabulously!

This is a creamy hummus recipe with tahini paste and it adds wonderful flavor to the dip. It is very easy to make your own hummus if you haven't tried it yet and only takes a little extra time to make. 

This basic hummus recipe is fresher than what y0u find in the grocery store and is a lot cheaper to make. It has a creamy texture and no added preservatives. 

Ingredients for Hummus

Garbanzo Beans - This is what makes hummus so easy to make. I usually buy a generic can of chickpeas and it comes out great. Or use your favorite brand of chick peas. I do not recommend using dry chickpeas for this recipe.

Tahini - This paste is a butter-like spread made of sesame seeds. It adds that distinctive hummus flavor and this is a great brand to use. A few years ago Tahini (sesame seed past) was harder to find, but now you can find it pretty easily. It comes from the middle east, so check that area of your grocery store. 

Olive Oil - Always a must for anything Mediterranean

Lemon - for flavor

Garlic - I recommend fresh minced garlic cloves but you can use a paste or jarred if that is all you have.

Salt - Use Kosher salt or Himilayan salt 

How to Make Hummus

This is where it is really simple to make from scratch hummus. All you need to do is put all the ingredients into a blender or food processor and blend until it reaches a smooth texture. It will make perfect hummus!

This great recipe looks fabulous on your table and is the perfect snack recipe for gatherings and tailgate parties. 

Recipe Variations, Serving Suggestions and Substitutions

This is best served with warm pita bread. Check out my homemade pita bread recipe.

I like to add a little Tapatio hot sauce to spice up the plain hummus from time to time, but it tastes good without it too.  I like to serve it with pita chips, tortilla chips, sliced carrots, peppers, or celery.

It is a great appetizer recipe to pull together when you have unexpected company or just need something quick. It is also one of the healthier appetizer recipes when served from fruit. Top the hummus with a little olive oil, a few cranberries or pine nuts for a pretty presentation. 

It also makes a great crostini or sandwich spread. 

For more variation ideas, you can add the following to your basic hummus:

• chopped olives
• blue cheese crumbles
• fresh lemon juice
• ground chili or ground cumin

It helps me stay away from some of the fried food that is not friendly to my figure. Plus it is so good!

You can also add a little chile or roasted red peppers to add a little flavor to create a spicy hummus. Be sure to check out my Homemade Pita Bread recipe for a delicious combination!

Don't forget to pin this recipe for later - it's the best hummus recipe!

Simple Hummus Recipe:

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5 from 8 votes

Simple Hummus

This easy homemade hummus recipe can be made in minutes and is so delicious!

Course Appetizers

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings 8

Calories 92kcal

Author Raquel Pineira

Ingredients

• 2 cloves garlic chopped, I use the jar variety
• 1 15 oz can garbanzo beans
• 4 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Tahini
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

• 1. Drain the chickpeas. Pour into a blender or the bowl of a food processor.
• 2. Add the resto of thie ingredients
  
  2. Mix all of the above until desired consistency.  The consistency should be creamy and blended. If it is too thick, you can add a tablespoon of water.
• 3. Refrigerate and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 92kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 170mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g

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