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Creamy, easy Mediterranean hummus recipe served in a bowl with olive oil, paprika, and pita bread

Easy Mediterranean Hummus Recipe

This easy Mediterranean hummus recipe is a smooth and creamy homemade dip made with chickpeas, tahini, lemon, and garlic. This classic dip is perfect with pita bread, wraps, or fresh vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Video

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can chickpeas - drained and rinsed
  • 2 cloves garlic - minced (add another clove if you love garlic)
  • 4 tbsp white vinegar - Use only 2 tbsp if you like it less zesty/citrusy
  • 4 tbsp fresh lemon juice - Use only 2 tbsp if you like it less zesty/citrusy
  • 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 fresh basil leaves - optional ( you can replace with any flavor like roasted red peppers)
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • salt - to taste
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper - or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 3–5 tbsp cold water - to adjust texture
For Garnish ( optional)
  • Olive oil drizzle
  • Paprika - sprinkle
  • 1 tsp Whole chickpeas
  • Fresh parsley - chopped
  • Sesame seeds or Sumac - sprinkle

Method
 

  1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly. In a food processor, add chickpeas.
    Ingredients for an easy Mediterranean hummus recipe, including chickpeas
  2. Add vinegar, lemon juice, soy sauce, garlic, olive oil, cumin, salt, black pepper, paprika, and basil.
    Ingredients for an easy Mediterranean hummus recipe, including chickpeas, garlic, lemon, and olive oil
  3. Blend for 1–2 minutes until creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed.
    Blending chickpeas, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice to make smooth creamy Mediterranean hummus in a food processor
  4. Add tahini.
    Adding tahini to hummus for a creamy texture
  5. Add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the hummus reaches your desired smooth consistency.
    Adding cold water to hummus for a smooth and creamy texture
  6. Spread the hummus in a bowl, create a swirl with a spoon, and drizzle with olive oil. Garnish with paprika, parsley, sesame seeds, sumac, and whole chickpeas if desired.
    Creamy, easy Mediterranean hummus recipe served in a bowl with olive oil, paprika, and pita bread

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