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Easy Creamy Hummus

January 2, 2018 By Liz 8 Comments Note: This post may contain affiliate links.

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This easy, creamy hummus is just 5 ingredients, but it makes a delicious dip that is perfect for serving with vegetables or spreading on a sandwich!

We eat a lot of hummus at our house. It’s an easy snack to grab from the fridge, a perfect healthy appetizer at a party, and it’s delicious on wraps and sandwiches. You can spend $4 buying it at the store, or you can make your own at home in 5 minutes for a fraction of the price.

creamy hummus

Here’s the trick to making your own hummus at home: warm chickpeas. They’re easier to blend when they’re warm, so your hummus ends up velvety and creamy rather than grainy or lumpy. It might sound a little crazy, but I promise it works!

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Easy Creamy Hummus

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  • Author: Liz Thomson
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Description

This creamy hummus is easy to make and it can be customized however you like!


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Ingredients

  • 1 15oz can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1/4 olive oil
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons water (plus more, if needed)

Instructions

Place the chickpeas in a microwave safe bowl and cook on high for 1 minute.

Transfer the chickpeas to a blender and blend on high for 20 seconds.

Add the rest of the ingredients and continue to blend for 2-3 minutes until completely blended.

If you’re not serving it right away, store in the fridge and stir in a bit of water before serving, as the hummus will thicken when chilled.


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I like to add a sprinkle of paprika on top for a little extra flavor, which makes it look pretty, too. You could also top it with pine nuts or fresh parsley. This recipe creates a simple hummus base but you could totally customize it by adding roasted red pepper, sun dried tomatoes, or even a handful of fresh cilantro!

Chickpeas are a great source of plant based protein and they’re high in fiber. Obviously it’s a great dip option, but don’t limit yourself. It’s even good thinned with a bit of water and used as a salad dressing. Don’t knock it ’til you try it!

This easy creamy hummus is just 5 ingredients, but it makes a delicious dip that is perfect for dipping vegetables or spreading on a sandwich!

For more hummus options, try this basil pesto hummus or this smoky paprika hummus!

basil pesto hummus

What’s your favorite type of hummus?

Filed Under: Side Dish, Snacks, Uncategorized

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  1. Hollie Sic

    January 4, 2018 at 7:02 am

    This looks awesome. I’ve never made hummus before but I’ve always thought it would be fun to do. I’ve also always thought it might be complicated LOL.

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  2. Heather @ Polyglot Jot

    January 3, 2018 at 10:57 am

    Yum!! This looks great! I really need to make my own more often. Lately I’ve been in to edamame and black bean hummus for a bit more protein!

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  3. Katie D

    January 2, 2018 at 12:59 pm

    Recipes that are simple and quick to make like this are definitely useful when I have friends or family over on short notice!

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  4. Dannii

    January 2, 2018 at 12:18 pm

    We always make our own hummus and the best thing about it is you can add so many different flavours too.

    ★★★★★

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    • Liz

      January 2, 2018 at 6:39 pm

      Yes!! I love how it’s such an easy thing to customize!

      Reply
  5. Lisa Bynum

    January 2, 2018 at 12:00 pm

    Great tip about warming up the chickpeas first. Makes sense — why have I never thought of it?!?

    ★★★★★

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  6. Ben Myhre

    January 2, 2018 at 11:55 am

    I am not the hummus maker in my family, but I always love it when Ashley makes a batch! I am gonna send this to her.

    ★★★★★

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  7. Emily

    January 2, 2018 at 11:47 am

    Hummus is one of my favourite snacks ever, love the look of your recipe!

    ★★★★★

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