Cuisinart Recipe for Hummus
Whip up a velvety, homemade treat with the effortless Cuisinart Recipe for Hummus, a Mediterranean classic that comes together in just 10 minutes! This recipe uses simple pantry staples like canned chickpeas, creamy tahini, extra virgin olive oil, and a hint of fresh lemon juice, blended to perfection in a food processor. With a single garlic clove and warm spices like cumin and optional paprika, this hummus strikes the perfect balance of bold and smooth flavors. Adjust the consistency to your liking with a splash of water, and garnish with olive oil and paprika for a beautiful finishing touch. Whether served with crisp veggie sticks, warm pita, or as a sandwich spread, this quick and healthy hummus is sure to become your go-to snack or party appetizer. Perfect for those searching for easy homemade hummus, food processor recipes, or Mediterranean dips!
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Ingredients
- 15 ounces canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 0.25 cup tahini (sesame seed paste)
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, peeled
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoons ground paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons water (adjust for consistency)
Directions
Step 1
Place the drained and rinsed chickpeas into the bowl of a Cuisinart food processor.
Step 2
Add the tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic clove, ground cumin, and salt to the processor.
Step 3
Blend the ingredients together on high speed for 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
Step 4
If the hummus is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water incrementally while processing until the desired consistency is achieved.
Step 5
Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lemon juice, if needed.
Step 6
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle with additional olive oil, if desired.
Step 7
Garnish with a sprinkle of ground paprika for color and flavor (optional).
Step 8
Serve with freshly cut vegetables, warm pita bread, or as a spread for sandwiches. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (612.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1552.6 |
| Total Fat 99.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1898.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 133.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 38.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.0g | |
| Protein 49.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 481.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1557.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories