Ingredients:

  • 1 can (15 oz or 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) tahini
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt, to taste
  • Water, as needed (approximately 2-4 tablespoons or 30-60 ml)

Instructions:

  1. Drain and rinse chickpeas. Mince garlic. Measure out tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, and salt.
  2. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, minced garlic, and ground cumin. Process until the mixture is smooth.
  3. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Blend again until fully integrated.
  4. Slowly add water, one tablespoon at a time, until desired creaminess is achieved.
  5. Taste the hummus and adjust salt or lemon juice as needed.
  6. Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and add optional garnish if desired.