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    Home » Vegan Recipes

    Heavenly Homemade Hummus

    Published: August 12, 2020 | 4:38 am, Modified: May 3, 2023 by Connie Edwards McGaughy This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Hurray for hummus! 🌱 It's hard to be humble about this heavenly homemade hummus recipe. Creamy smooth, so delicious, and easy to prepare, chances are, you might not buy packaged hummus again!

    A bowl filled with homemade hummus surrounded by wedges of flat bread.

    Over the years, I've sampled a lot of hummus spreads - store-bought, restaurant-style, homemade - some really good, a few not-so-good. The best hummus I've ever tasted? It's this one, hands down. This recipe is the result of my husband John's experimentation with others he has tried and fine-tuned into one great recipe. Sure, you can always buy a package of good hummus if you're in a hurry, but if you want to try the best hummus you've ever had, you owe it to yourself to make a batch of this, a perfect blend of tahini, lemon, garlic, salt, and of course, chickpeas (garbanzo beans).

    It isn't a party without a bowl of hummus on the table. Especially when it's this delish heavenly homemade hummus. There's just something about really great hummus. Be sure to have some fresh pita bread, chips or crisp veggies on hand. You can make a meal of it! It pairs beautifully with my favorite vegan tzatziki sauce and Mediterranean roasted vegetables and is a delicious dip with our homemade vegan meatless meatballs.

    Hummus in a bowl with olive oil, paprika, and fresh basil on top.
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    Hummus in a bowl with olive oil and fresh basil on top.

    Serve with flatbread, a light drizzle of olive oil and a bit of basil. Yum!

    Hummus in a bowl with olive oil and fresh basil, surrounded with flat bread.

    🥕See the printable recipe below for quantities & details

    Ingredients

    chickpeas - dried
    baking soda
    fresh whole garlic (with peel)
    lemon juice (fresh)
    tahini - organic preferred
    sea salt - or a coarse salt of your choice
    cumin
    ice cubes

    A bowl of homemade hummus with celery and pepper strips.

    This is the smoothest, creamiest hummus recipe, prepared with just the right amount of tangy lemon, infused with mellow fresh garlic, tahini, a drizzle of olive oil and a hint of ground cumin. It's so easy & so good!

    A bowl of homemade hummus with celery and pepper strips.

    Instructions

    Chickpeas soaking in water.

    Soak chickpeas several hours or overnight

    Soaked chickpeas in draining in a colander.

    Drain, then place in a 5 quart pot, cover with water, and boil until tender.

    Fresh lemon, salt and garlic on a cutting board.

    Blend lemon juice, whole garlic cloves, & salt. Pour through a mesh strainer (to remove garlic skins) and back into the blender container.

    Blended tahini, lemon juice, salt, and garlic.

    Add tahini and cumin. Blend thoroughly.

    Boiled chickpeas inside a colander.

    Add cooked chickpeas.

    Homemade hummus inside a blender.

    Blend until smooth and creamy!

    heavenly hummus vegan spread

    Serve with pita chips, flatbread, fresh veggies and enjoy!

    Equipment

    • large bowl
    • fine mesh strainer
    • high speed blender
    • colander
    • 5 qt (or larger) pot
    • Measuring spoons
    • silicone spatula or scraper
    • citrus squeezer

    FAQ's

    What is hummus?

    Hummus is a dip or spread made from chickpeas that have been cooked and blended with lemon juice, tahini, garlic and other spices. Hummus is often eaten as an appetizer or starter with pita, flatbread, raw or roasted vegetables, or as a spread on sandwiches and falafel.

    How would you describe hummus to someone who hasn't ever tasted it? I would simply say hummus is soul food, and, for that very reason it has been a staple in the Mediterranean and Middle East for centuries. In fact, the word hummus originates from the Arabic word for chickpea. Prepared with readily available ingredients from the region, hummus has provided a delicious and satisfying food source for millions of people throughout history.

    What is tahini?

    Tahini or tahina is a condiment made from toasted ground hulled sesame. It is served by itself or as a major ingredient in hummus, baba ghanoush, and halva. Tahini is used in the cuisines of the Levant and Eastern Mediterranean, the South Caucasus, as well as parts of North Africa. Wikipedia

    Is hummus healthy?

    Yes it is! Hummus contains a wide variety of vitamins and minerals, and is a great source of plant-based protein, as well as: Fiber, manganese, copper, folate, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, zinc, thiamin, vitamin B6, and potassium. According to this article in healthline, there are several benefits to eating hummus.

    How to store homemade hummus?

    Homemade hummus can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days. It's best to keep it in a container with a tight-fitting lid to prevent air from getting in, which can cause the hummus to spoil more quickly.

    If you're making a large batch of hummus, you can also freeze it for longer storage. To freeze, put the hummus in an airtight container or freezer bag, leaving some space at the top for expansion. It can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.

    When you're ready to use the frozen hummus, simply thaw it in the refrigerator overnight. Stir well before serving to ensure a smooth consistency.

    If you love this recipe ★★★★★ please be sure to rate it below! Sharing your experience let's me know that you enjoyed it and helps other readers decide if they should give the recipe a try too. Thanks a bunch!🥕

    Recipe

    Heavenly Hummus Vegan Spread

    Heavenly Homemade Hummus

    by Connie🥕
    It's hard to be humble about this heavenly homemade hummus. It's simply the best. 💚
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 9 hours hrs
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Condiment, Side Dish, Snack
    Cuisine Mediterranean, Plant Based, Vegan
    Servings 24
    Calories 77 kcal

    Equipment

    • large bowl
    • fine mesh strainer
    • high speed blender
    • colander
    • 5 qt (or larger) pot
    • Measuring spoons
    • silicone spatula or scraper
    • citrus squeezer

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 C dried chickpeas
    • 2 teaspoon baking soda
    • 5 cloves garlic do not peel
    • â…” C lemon juice fresh squeezed
    • ¾ C tahini organic preferred
    • 2 teaspoon sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon cumin
    • 1-3 ice cubes

    Instructions
     

    • Rinse chickpeas in cold water, removing any discolored pieces. Place chickpeas in a large bowl, cover with water and stir in 1 teaspoon baking soda. Leave on kitchen counter and allow to soak for 8 hrs. or overnight.
    • After chickpeas have soaked, pour off water and transfer to a 5 qt. pot or larger.
    • Cover chickpeas in water (at least 3 - 4 inches above chickpeas), add 1 teaspoon baking soda, and bring to a boil.
    • Once boiling, reduce heat to a lightly rolling simmer for one hour.
    • Meanwhile, place whole (unpeeled) garlic cloves, lemon juice, and salt into a blender.
    • Blend until garlic is thoroughly pulverized. Turn off blender and allow to sit for at least 10 minutes.
    • Using a fine mesh strainer, pour lemon/garlic liquid through strainer into a measuring cup or small bowl, then pour strained liquid back into blender container.
    • Add tahini and cumin and blend until creamy smooth.
    • When chickpeas are done boiling, (they should be very soft), transfer them to a colander or large strainer to drain.
    • Pour drained chickpeas into blender with tahini mixture. Blend until smooth, adding ice cubes as needed to create the consistency of thick, heavy cream.
    • Transfer finished hummus to a glass bowl or storage container. Cool on kitchen counter.
    • Hummus is best served at room temperature, but can be stored in a refrigerator for 2-3 days.
      Enjoy!🥕

    Notes

    🥕Preparing this recipe is faster than it appears. The most time-consuming part of the preparation is soaking the chickpeas over night - easy peasy!
    🥕If you haven't boiled chickpeas before, they can have a rather strong pungent aroma while cooking. It will dissipate quickly, even faster if you have an exhaust fan over your stove or open a window or door. 
    🥕You might find you will want to adjust the the thickness or flavor of your hummus, which is easy to do. Make it creamier, simply by adding a little olive oil or if you prefer, additional tahini. You can make it zestier by adding additional lemon juice or salt. 
    🥕This recipe was revised 2/20/21. The quantity of tahini was reduced from 1 C to ¾ C. If you prefer more, feel free to add more.
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 77kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 290mgPotassium: 117mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 11IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 1mg

    These are estimated values generated from a nutritional database using unbranded products. Please do your own research with the products you're using if you have a serious health issue or are following a specific diet.

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    1. Susie Edwards

      February 25, 2021 at 9:50 am

      5 stars
      The Heavenly Homemade Hummus. I used more garlic and black olives instead of salt and blended all in the blender. Came out perfect. I’m going to have for breakfast on my toast.

      Reply
      • Connie Edwards McGaughy

        February 25, 2021 at 10:46 am

        Olives & hummus are a perfect match! So glad you enjoyed the recipe. Thanks for sharing, Susie!💚🥕

        Reply
    2. Connie Edwards McGaughy

      December 06, 2020 at 10:47 pm

      5 stars
      Hands down, the best hummus I've ever had. If you haven't prepared your own homemade hummus before, you need to make a batch of this. You'll be glad you did.

      Reply

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