Easy Hummus Without Tahini
Easy hummus without tahini made with chickpeas, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, and water. Smooth, creamy, and ready in 5 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas 15 oz / 450 g, drained and rinsed
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 5 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoon water
For garnish:
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Paprika
- Chives
Instructions
- Add 1 (15-ounce / 450 g) can chickpeas (drained and rinsed) to a food processor.
- Add 2 garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, then blend until the mixture becomes smooth.
- While blending, add 3 tablespoons of water gradually and continue blending until the hummus reaches a creamy, smooth consistency.
- Taste and adjust the salt if needed, then transfer the hummus to a serving plate and shape as desired.
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and finish with paprika and chopped chives before serving.
Notes
Blend Longer for Creaminess: I let it run a bit longer than usual to get that smooth texture without tahini.
Add Water Gradually: I always add the water slowly so I can control the consistency and keep it creamy.
Adjust Flavor at the End: A small pinch of salt or extra lemon juice can quickly balance the flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Sodium: 583mg | Potassium: 20mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.5mg