Enjoy this easy better-than-store-bought Creamy Garlic Hummus made with fresh tart lemon juice, a can of chickpeas, extra virgin olive oil, flavorful garlic cloves, and just four simple seasonings.
15ounces canned chickpeas, garbanzo beans(reserve the liquid and 10-15 chickpeas)
¼cuptahini
¼cupfresh lemon juice(1 large lemon)
aquafaba liquid from the can of chickpeas
3garlic cloves
3tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
1teaspoonground cumin
1teaspoonsalt(or to taste)
½teaspoonblack pepper
⅛teaspooncayenne pepper(or to taste)
Optional Garnish
1tablespoonchives
1tablespoonextra virgin olive oil
10 - 15chickpeas
¼teaspooncumin or cayenne
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Instructions
Add all the hummus ingredients to a blender or food processor. Start with a ¼ cup of the aquafaba juice (juice from canned beans) to start with.
Puree for 2–3 minutes or until fully blended and it is creamy and smooth. Use a spatula if you need to clean off the sides of the blender. If it is too thick you can add more aquafaba liquid.
The hummus can be served immediately (delicious just after blending). Can be chilled for 2 hours or longer if you would like it cold before serving.
Garnish with chives, extra virgin olive oil, chickpeas, cumin, or cayenne pepper.
Notes
This makes about 2 ½ cups of hummus.
The Right Consistency– Add just a bit of the chickpea juices at a time to avoid making your hummus too runny but ensure it’s not overly thick. If you add a bit more than you need to, thicken the hummus by adding more chickpeas and seasonings.
Blend by Hand– Without a blender or food processor, making hummus at home may be a challenge. However, you can try mashing the chickpeas by hand, adding the remaining ingredients, and mixing the recipe with a spatula or wooden spoon.
Homemade Roasted Garlic Hummus– As an extra step, roast the garlic cloves before adding them to the mixture.