Mom's Hummus

Creamy, fresh, and irresistibly flavorful, Mom's Hummus is the homemade dip your snack table has been missing. Made with tender chickpeas, silky tahini, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a hint of fragrant cumin, this classic Middle Eastern recipe strikes the perfect balance of tangy, nutty, and savory. With only 10 minutes of prep time, it’s an effortless way to elevate pita bread, crisp veggies, or your favorite wraps. The secret to its velvety texture lies in the addition of cold water blended to perfection in a food processor. Garnished with paprika, fresh parsley, and a drizzle of olive oil, this versatile hummus is not only visually stunning but also packed with plant-based protein and wholesome ingredients. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply snacking, Mom's Hummus is guaranteed to become your go-to recipe for creamy homemade hummus.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups chickpeas (garbanzo beans), cooked and drained
• 0.33 cup tahini (sesame paste)
• 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 2 units garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons cold water (plus more as needed)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 0.25 teaspoon ground paprika (for garnish, optional)
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for drizzling, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Place the cooked and drained chickpeas into the bowl of a food processor. Blend them for about 1 minute until you achieve a crumbly texture.

Step 2

Add the tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, cumin, and salt to the food processor. Blend the mixture for 30 seconds.

Step 3

Stop the food processor, scrape down the sides of the bowl, and blend again for another 30 seconds to combine the ingredients evenly.

Step 4

While the food processor is running, drizzle in 3 tablespoons of cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the hummus becomes creamy and reaches your desired consistency. If it’s still too thick, add a little more water, one teaspoon at a time.

Step 5

Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, lemon juice, or cumin if needed.

Step 6

Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. For garnish, sprinkle with ground paprika, chopped fresh parsley, and a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.

Step 7

Serve immediately with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a spread. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(659.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1562.1

Total Fat 94.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1844.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 143.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.4g	0%
Total Sugars 22.8g
Protein 53.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 585.1mg	0%
Iron 21.2mg	0%
Potassium 1722.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.9%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 35.0%