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Smooth & Creamy Hummus

Smooth & Creamy Hummus in 5 Minutes for Your Perfect Snack

Smooth & Creamy Hummus is a quick and fulfilling dip that enhances any snack time.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Hummus
  • 1 can Chickpeas Drained
  • 1/4 cup Tahini Can swap with sunflower seed butter for nut-free option
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream Or Greek Yogurt; use dairy-free yogurt for vegan option
  • 1 clove Garlic Infuse bold flavor; adjust to taste
  • 1/2 juice of a lemon Lemon Juice Use fresh for best taste
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil High-quality oil recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Optional for enhancing flavor
  • to taste teaspoon Salt Adjust based on preference
For Garnishing
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Can substitute with sumac
  • to taste Fresh Herbs Cilantro or Parsley

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine all ingredients: chickpeas, tahini, sour cream, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, and salt in a food processor.
  2. Blend on high speed for 30-45 seconds until smooth and creamy; scrape down the sides as needed.
  3. If too thick, drizzle in more olive oil or chickpea liquid while blending until desired consistency is reached.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning; blend for an additional 10 seconds to incorporate.
  5. Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with olive oil, paprika, and fresh herbs. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality, fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Customize texture by removing chickpea skins for ultra-smooth hummus.

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