This easy Homemade Hummus recipe is tasty, healthy, and inexpensive to make. Enjoy it as a dip or spread it on a sandwich or pita. It’s a gluten-free classic.
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Healthy dips like this classic Homemade Hummus can elevate your meals or snacks. We also love this Easy Guacamole and this yummy Onion Ring Sauce. Check out all of our healthy Dips and Sauces recipes for inspiration.
Ingredients
garlic
chickpeas – aka garbanzo beans
sea salt
tahini – a paste from toasted sesame seeds
lemon juice
hot sauce
water or aquafaba (the liquid in the can of beans)
This recipe calls for 2 cups of chickpeas/garbanzo beans which just so happens to be equivalent to one can. Perfect!
We always look for BPA-free on the label of the chickpeas to avoid any added toxic substances.
Instructions for this recipe
Start with 3 cloves of garlic in the food processor. Give them a few pulses to mince them up.
Next, drain the can of beans.
Add the drained chickpeas, tahini, and fresh lemon juice to the food processor.
This is optional but it adds a subtle spiciness that compliments the creaminess of the hummus.
Add everything to the food processor with the minced garlic clove.
Finally, add the tablespoons of water or aquafaba and process until you reach your desired consistency.
We like a creamy texture.
Expert tips
Peel the chickpeas before you blend the mixture for an even creamier taste.
Remember – tahini gives this recipe a lovely nutty flavor but be careful not to add too much or it could make your hummus taste bitter.
Chickpeas, aka garbanzo beans, are super versatile. They are lovely to blend into dips like this hummus but they are also delicious as the star of the show in vegetarian entrees like this authentic chana masala. A must-try recipe!
Serve in a bowl and garnish with a sprinkle of sumac, parsley, or paprika, and a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.
For dipping, we love sliced veggies like red peppers, carrots, and cucumbers. Warm pita bread or Baked Pita Chips are also delicious.
If you want to try the eggplant version Baba Ganoush is another delicious dip to try.
FAQS
Is it worth making homemade hummus?
Heck yes! It’s really so easy and the fresh stuff is always superior. Homemade batches of hummus are also budget-friendly. Win-win.
More homemade dip recipes
Chipotle Black Bean Dip
Caramelized Onion Dip
Healthy 7 Layer Dip – Easy + Fresh Recipe
Honey Mustard Sauce without Honey
**This recipe was originally posted on April 23, 2013, updated on January 30, 2019,and updated again on January 10, 2023.**
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“Get creative with different veggies—sliced peppers, jicama, radish slices, celery, cherry tomatoes, snap peas, cucumbers, cauliflower, and broccoli florets are all great ways to change up what you dip into hummus,” Michalczyk says. You'll get a great crunch and tons of nutrition.
This dip is one of the best choices for people who are trying to eat healthy. That's because it contains many of the nutrients (calcium, fiber, protein, and more) that your body needs! And, when you dip into it with veggies, you're eating a portion of your vegetables for the day!
A: Many packaged hummus brands are pretty healthy – the basic ingredients are chickpeas, tahini (sesame seed paste), olive oil, garlic and lemond juice. But making it at home allows you to control the sodium, calories and nutrients. It means you can also play with the taste.
Add salt, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, and cayenne to taste. Maybe that grocery store hummus is not quite seasoned to your liking. It might just need a touch more of the flavor-boosters you'd normally use to season hummus (salt, lemon, spice)—start slowly and taste as you go.
Other studies have also linked a higher intake of legumes like chickpeas to a lower body weight and improved satiety ( 29 , 30 ). Hummus is also rich in fiber, which could help promote weight loss.
So, what is the No. 1 snack for weight loss? The answer is hummus. In a 2020 study in The Journal of Nutrition, people who ate an afternoon snack of hummus and pretzels reported less hunger than when they munched on a granola bar (both were 240 calories).
Baby carrots, celery, raw broccoli florets, and sliced bell pepper are all excellent choices. The combination of the fiber from these nutritious foods along with the fat in the hummus can keep you feeling full.
Some of our favorite healthy dips are Hummus Dip made from chickpeas, Guacamole Dip made from avocados, Vegan Cheese Dip made from cashews and veggies, or Layered Greek Dip made from Greek yogurt, hummus, and veggies.
If you feel adventurous, try replacing the tahini with an equal amount of peanut butter, sunflower seed butter, Greek yogurt, chopped roasted peppers, pitted olives, roasted beets, steamed sweet potato, avocado, or thawed frozen peas, to name just a few possibilities.
Store-bought hummus may have a longer shelf life than homemade, depending on how it is prepared. But both varieties should last up to 7 days in the refrigerator (for prepared hummus this applies once the container is opened). Like any food, hummus is perishable and is prone to spoilage.
Because tahini is the butter of sesame seeds, you might want to consider a nut or seed butter as a go-to substitute. Other options include greek yogurt and sesame oil. These tahini substitutes will complement your dish since they are all sources of healthy fats and contribute to a creamy consistency.
Homemade varieties will generally last anywhere from 3-4 days, whereas store-bought brands generally lasts 6-7 days after opening. These estimates assume that it maintains a refrigerated temperature; as we mentioned already, the shelf life of hummus is diminished greatly if it does not remain chilled.
Top up your hummus with delicious spices and nuts that not only look beautiful, but also add another depth of flavour. Try sprinkling with spices such as sumac, baharat blend or paprika, and with toasted pine nuts, pumpkin seeds or roasted chickpeas.
Hummus is a truly nutritious snack that is good to include in your daily diet in moderation and when combined with a diverse range of food. Hummus can be a part of the daily diet if consumed in moderation, and the rest of the diet contains a diverse range of foods.
In answer to your question, “is hummus good for a diet?” the answer is a resounding, yes! Eat it for a snack with celery, carrots, or peppers, spread it over your whole wheat bread instead of mayo, or top your soups with a dollop. This tasty, healthy dip is good for losing weight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle!
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