Best 6 Basic Hummus Dip Recipes

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Hummus is a delicious and versatile dip made from chickpeas, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice. It's a popular Middle Eastern dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, spread, or sandwich filling. The basic hummus recipe is simple to follow and with a few easy steps, you can create a creamy, flavorful hummus that's perfect for any occasion.

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BASIC HUMMUS



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This basic recipe for hummus is quick and easy, and it tastes great with pita bread or veggies.

Provided by TAZF18

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Hummus Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained, liquid reserved
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, cook and stir the garlic in olive oil for approximately 3 minutes, until tender.
  • Place garbanzo beans in a blender or food processor with approximately 1 teaspoon reserved liquid. Process until smooth. Mix in the garlic, sesame seeds, salt and pepper. Blend to desired consistency, increasing the amount of reserved garbanzo bean liquid as desired. Chill in the refrigerator until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 70 mg

BASIC HUMMUS DIP



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Since soaking and cooking takes a lot of time, you might want to double this recipe and freeze in small batches with some of the cooking liquid.

Provided by Janna Gur

Categories     condiments, dips and spreads, appetizer

Time 12h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound 2 ounces small dry chickpeas
1 tablespoon and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup raw tahini
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, crushed
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Soak the chickpeas overnight in a large bowl of cold water with one tablespoon of baking soda.
  • Drain and rinse the chickpeas and put them in a large pan. Add water until it reaches an inch above the chickpeas. Add the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda and bring to a boil. Cook covered over low heat for 2 to 3 hours, until the chickpeas are very soft. Cool slightly, drain and save some of the cooking liquid.
  • Put the chickpeas in a food processor, add 2/3 cup of the tahini and process until almost smooth. If the paste is too thick, add a few tablespoons of the cooking liquid. Season with lemon, garlic and salt; taste and adjust the seasoning. For a richer creamier version, add the remaining tahini and process until the hummus is completely smooth and fluffy.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 155, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 469 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

EASY HUMMUS RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE HUMMUS



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How to make hummus the traditional way. No fuss. No extra flavors added. Just a plain, classic homemade hummus recipe. And a couple of tricks will ensure you achieve the best hummus ever--thick, smooth, rich, and ultra creamy. Be sure to see the video tutorial as well.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups cooked chickpeas, peeled (from 1 to 1 1/4 cup dry chickpeas or from quality canned chickpeas. See recipe notes for more instructions on cooking and peeling chickpeas)
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
3 to 4 ice cubes
1/3 cup (79 grams) tahini paste
½ tsp kosher salt
Juice of 1 lemon
Hot water (if needed)
Early Harvest Greek extra virgin olive oil
Sumac

Steps:

  • Add chickpeas and minced garlic to the bowl of a food processor. Puree until a smooth, powder-like mixture forms.
  • While processor is running, add ice cubes, tahini, salt, and lemon juice. Blend for about 4 minutes or so. Check, and if the consistency is too thick still, run processor and slowly add a little hot water. Blend until you reach desired silky smooth consistency.
  • Spread in a serving bowl and add a generous drizzle of Early Harvest EVOO. Add a few chickpeas to the middle, if you like. Sprinkle sumac on top. Enjoy with warm pita wedges and your favorite veggies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Sugar 3.1 g, Sodium 153.2 mg, Fat 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 7.2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

HUMMUS DIP



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Provided by Dave Lieberman

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, or more as needed, plus more for garnish
1/2 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh parsley leaves, plus more for garnish
2 cloves garlic, peeled
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dark Asian sesame oil
1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground cumin
12 to 15 grinds black pepper
1/4 cup water
Paprika, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a blender combine all the ingredients except the parsley and paprika to be used for garnish. Blend on low speed until smooth. You'll have to stop the blender often to push down the ingredients. If the mixture is too dry and you're having trouble blending it, add a few more tablespoons of olive oil to help things along.
  • Scrape the hummus onto a plate. Sprinkle the paprika over the top, drizzle lightly with olive oil, scatter some parsley on top, and serve. You can make the hummus up to a couple of hours before you serve it. Cover the top with plastic wrap and leave it at room temperature.
  • Per Tablespoon: Calories: 57; Total Fat: 4 grams; Saturated Fat: 0.5 grams; Protein: 1 gram; Total carbohydrates: 5 grams; Sugar: 0 grams; Fiber: 1 gram; Cholesterol: 0 milligrams; Sodium: 96 milligrams

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calorie, Fat 16 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 715 milligrams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 3 grams

SUPER EASY HUMMUS



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Super easy hummus that only takes minutes. Great with veggies or pita chips. Really it's great with ANYTHING!

Provided by Chelsey

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Hummus Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained, liquid reserved
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, crushed
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
2 drops sesame oil, or to taste

Steps:

  • Blend garbanzo beans, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, salt, and sesame oil in a food processor; stream reserved bean liquid into the mixture as it blends until desired consistency is achieved.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 500.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

HUMMUS DIP



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Serve this creamy dip with our Sesame Crunch Sticks.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 1 3/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (15 1/2 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 large or 2 small garlic cloves, roughly chopped
Pinch of ground cumin
Pinch of ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons of tahini (sesame-seed paste)
1 tablespoon water, plus more as needed
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until smooth and creamy, adding more water if needed. Transfer to a serving dish or airtight container, and place in the refrigerator, covered, until ready to serve, up to 5 days. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Tips:

  • For the smoothest hummus, use dried chickpeas that have been soaked overnight.
  • If you don't have time to soak the chickpeas, you can use canned chickpeas. Just be sure to rinse them well before using them.
  • Use a food processor or blender to get the smoothest hummus.
  • Add the tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and cumin to the food processor or blender along with the chickpeas.
  • Process until the hummus is smooth and creamy.
  • Season the hummus with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish the hummus with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of paprika, and a few fresh herbs.
  • Serve the hummus with pita bread, chips, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Hummus is a delicious and versatile dip that can be served as an appetizer, snack, or main course. It's easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it smooth or chunky, garlicky or spicy, hummus is a surefire crowd-pleaser. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying snack or meal, give hummus a try.

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