Thick and creamy, this Mediterranean Hummus recipe is loaded with flavor and ideal to eat with your favorite dippers like fresh veggies and your favorite crackers or pita bread. A staple in the Middle East, hummus is a healthy, versatile dip that comes together in just minutes with just a few basic ingredients. | www.persnicketyplates.com
Combine chickpeas, tahini, warm water, olive oil, and juice of 1 lemon in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade. Process until smooth and creamy. Thin with additional water to get the desired consistency.
Add garlic, salt, cumin, and pepper to taste, and process to blend. Taste and correct seasoning if necessary. Add more lemon juice to taste.
Scrape into storage container and refrigerate until ready to use.
Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika or sumac before serving.
Notes
We love lemon so I use the juice of up to 3 lemons. Start with 1 and adjust to your liking.
Use canned chickpeas that are drained and rinsed.
To peel cooked chickpeas, pour them into a bowl of hot water and let soak for a few minutes with a teaspoon of baking soda. Drain them into a colander and run water over them, rubbing with your hands to remove the skins. Drain well before starting the recipe.