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    The Best Hummus Recipe

    Published: May 12, 2020 Updated: Apr 14, 2022 by Alison Andrews This post may contain affiliate links

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    The Best Hummus

    This hummus recipe is the best ever! It’s a slightly spicy take on a classic recipe and will soon become your go-to hummus recipe!

    Hummus with paprika, olive oil and fresh parsley in a black bowl.

    I love hummus. Like really truly love it. And it’s something we eat almost daily. 

    One of the best things about living in Dubai was that there was always freshly made hummus everywhere and it was really, really good. 

    The benefits of making your own hummus are numerous. First off, you get to be a person who makes their own hummus.

    That’s some serious cred right there.

    This is really a classic hummus recipe that we then added a small spicy kick to. The spicy kick is entirely optional but if you like spicy food then you’ll enjoy the addition of a little hotness to this classic dish. 

    And if you love all things hummus then also check out our roasted red pepper hummus, it’s totally divine. 

    Hummus in a black bowl with fresh parsley, paprika and olive oil.

    How To Make Homemade Hummus

    Full instructions and measurements can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of the post. This is just a summary of the process to go along with the photos. 

    • Soak crushed garlic in freshly squeezed lemon juice for 5 minutes. 
    Fresh garlic soaking in fresh lemon juice.
    • Then add chickpeas to the food processor along with the garlic and lemon juice, tahini and some cold water and process until chunky. 
    Ingredients for hummus added to food processor and processed until chunky.
    • Then add in some salt, cumin, olive oil and more cold water and process until smooth. 
    Spices and olive oil added to food processor and processed into a smooth hummus.
    • Add a little cayenne pepper or cajun spice (optional) and process again until smooth. 
    Hummus in a black bowl topped with fresh parsley, paprika and olive oil.

    Chef’s Tips

    Fresh Garlic and Lemon Juice: It’s ideal to crush your own garlic for this hummus so that it’s really fresh. And then it’s also ideal if the lemon juice is freshly squeezed. You soak the crushed garlic in the fresh lemon juice for 5 minutes so that it takes some of the bite out of the raw garlic and the end result is really tasty.

    Tahini: A good quality tahini is also really important and to this end, I like to use a tahini that tastes pretty good on its own. Soom is a great brand that you can get on Amazon. 

    The Spice Factor: So the spiciness comes about from a little cayenne pepper. You can also use cajun spice or even a dash of chili powder. This part is entirely optional, and it’s also a very good idea to add a small amount to start and taste test and then add more as you like. 

    Getting it smooth: When it comes to hummus you get the best taste and texture when it’s really smooth. The best way to get it smooth is just to let your food processor run for a good few minutes! If your food processor isn’t up to the task of getting it really smooth, then an optional additional step is to move it to your blender for a final blend before serving. 

    How To Serve Hummus

    Serve it with a sprinkle of paprika, a drizzle of olive oil and some fresh chopped parsley. Some pita breads for dipping or some fresh veggies are also a great choice. 

    Hummus is also great to use as a spread for sandwiches or on top of a baked potato!

    Hummus topped with fresh parsley, paprika and olive oil in a black bowl.

    Storing and Freezing

    Keep your hummus stored in the fridge (covered) where it will stay good for around 3 days.

    It is also freezer friendly if you’d like to freeze some. Just place it in a freezer safe container with a little extra room as it can expand when frozen. Put it in the fridge to thaw when you’re ready for it. 

    A pita bread dipped into a bowl of hummus.

    More Hummus Recipes

    1. Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
    2. Creamy Avocado Hummus
    3. Roasted Butternut Squash Hummus
    4. Pumpkin Hummus
    5. Creamy Roasted Garlic Hummus

    Did you make this recipe? Be sure to leave a comment and rating below!

    Hummus in a black bowl.

    Hummus Recipe

    This hummus recipe is the best ever! It’s a slightly spicy take on a classic recipe and will soon become your go-to hummus recipe.
    5 from 35 votes
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    Course: Appetizer, Dip
    Cuisine: Mediterranean
    Diet: Vegan
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 145kcal
    Author: Alison Andrews

    Ingredients

    • 2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly Squeezed
    • 2 Cloves Garlic Crushed
    • 15 ounce Can Chickpeas (1 can) Drained
    • ⅓ cup Tahini (80g)
    • ¾ teaspoon Salt
    • ½ teaspoon Cumin
    • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil Extra Virgin
    • 4 Tablespoons Cold Water
    • ¼ – ½ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional*

    For Serving:

    • Sprinkle Paprika
    • Olive Oil Extra Virgin, For Drizzling
    • Fresh Parsley Chopped
    • Pita Breads
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    Instructions

    • Soak the crushed garlic in the freshly squeezed lemon juice for 5 minutes.
    • Then add the drained chickpeas to the food processor along with the garlic and lemon juice, tahini and 2 Tbsp of cold water and process until chunky.
    • Then add in the salt, cumin, olive oil and remaining cold water and process until smooth.
    • Add the cayenne pepper (optional) and process again until smooth.

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    Notes

    1. Soaking the garlic in the lemon juice helps to take some of the bite out of the raw garlic.
    2. Use a good tasting tahini. Soom is a great brand that you can get on Amazon.
    3. The cayenne pepper is optional. It’s a good idea to add in ¼ teaspoon first and then taste test and see if you want to add more. Or leave it out altogether. You can also use cajun spice or chili powder.
    4. To get your hummus smooth let your food processor run for a good few minutes! If your food processor isn’t up to the task of getting it really smooth, then an optional additional step is to move it to your blender for a final blend before serving.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Serve | Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 8.9g | Protein: 4.5g | Fat: 10.3g | Saturated Fat: 1.6g | Sodium: 301mg | Fiber: 2.3g | Sugar: 1.3g
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    Hi I'm Alison Andrews, I'm the voice and cook behind Loving It Vegan. I love making delicious vegan food and creating vegan versions of all your old favorites, so that you’ll never feel like you’re missing out. Find out more about me here.

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    Comments

    1. Alexia says

      January 03, 2025 at 9:31 pm

      Thank you Allison for an amazing hummus recipe. It was so simple to make and inexpensive too. It was absolutely delicious! I will not be buying hummus from the shop if I can help it.5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        January 22, 2025 at 12:38 pm

        Glad to hear you enjoyed the recipe Alexia. Thanks for sharing and for your great review!

        Reply
    2. Trish says

      December 24, 2024 at 3:41 pm

      Hands-down, my favorite hummus recipe that I keep returning to. Simple and flavorful. Easy to modify.

      My modifications: omit the oil & use a bit of the bean liquid to make up for that volume; use cubes of frozen of aqua faba for the “cold water.” And the last time I made it, I tossed in a roasted bell pepper for a flavor twist and gorgeous color.

      Thanks for a great recipe!5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        January 29, 2025 at 10:27 am

        Happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe Trish! Thanks for sharing and for your great review!

        Reply
    3. Jane Webb says

      September 26, 2024 at 8:27 pm

      Easy and very delicious! I added Everything Bagel seasoning to it. A little mixed in and also sprinkled on top.5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        October 01, 2024 at 12:15 pm

        That sounds lovely Jane! Thanks so much for sharing and for your great review!

        Reply
    4. tanya says

      August 25, 2024 at 9:59 pm

      this is indeed a ten star hummus recipe! thank you for giving it to us.5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        August 28, 2024 at 9:11 am

        Thanks for your awesome review Tanya!

        Reply
    5. Jason says

      May 05, 2024 at 6:05 pm

      This recipe was a revelation for me. I have recently switched to a “plant-forward” diet and discovered that I love the versatility of hummus in so many different dishes. However, it’s always so expensive in the store. I made this recipe the first time and added roasted red peppers and chili oil. It was amazing! I am excited to experiment with pestos, Moroccan spices, jalapeños, whatever I have on hand to make custom hummus flavors for different kinds of dishes. I will never buy from the store again. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        May 08, 2024 at 11:52 am

        Yay! Happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe Jason!

        Reply
    6. Carol says

      January 28, 2024 at 11:14 pm

      This is very close to my recipe, and I learned, from an online chef, on how to make it even creamier:
      If you have absolutely nothing better to do after you drain the chickpeas, taking the skin off of them makes the Hummus creamier. I’ve done it, and it definitely works.5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        February 07, 2024 at 8:34 am

        Thanks for sharing your tips Carol!

        Reply
    7. Janelle says

      January 12, 2024 at 11:25 am

      So much tastier than store bought. It’s easy to tweak to your tastes. Another reviewer said they added more garlic, but personally I prefer to halve the garlic. Then I double the cumin. You can’t go wrong 🙂 My blender whipped this up fine. Yum!5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        January 17, 2024 at 1:12 pm

        Awesome Janelle! Thanks so much for your great review!

        Reply
    8. Michon Zurita says

      December 27, 2023 at 2:34 am

      Love hummus, & really excited to try making my own. Saw this recipe and it seemed pretty straight-forward. Whipped up a batch in about 10 minutes. My small food processor was “challenged” even with this single batch, but it soldiered on and I just ate nearly the whole batch in a single sitting! I make my own tahini, which is super easy and budget-friendly, so this turned into an affordable, light, and delicious little supper! I will never buy store bought hummus (or tahini) again! Thank you for sharing–the cayenne and cumin really added a delightful punch. Looking forward to trying other types of DIY hummus!5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        January 10, 2024 at 9:09 am

        That’s great Michon! Thanks so much for sharing and for your great review!

        Reply
    9. Amnna says

      December 10, 2023 at 4:30 pm

      I am not usually a big hummus eater, but this turned out so so good that I now love hummus. Since I eat mostly plant based foods, this hummus will add lots of protein in my diet.5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        December 13, 2023 at 2:24 pm

        Happy to hear you enjoy the recipe! Thanks so much for your great review!

        Reply
    10. cazzie says

      October 03, 2023 at 12:20 pm

      one of the best recipes I have tried, will be making this my go to recipe now thank you for sharing.5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        October 04, 2023 at 7:50 am

        So happy to hear you enjoy the recipe Cazzie! Thanks so much for your great review!

        Reply
    11. Duncan Stewart says

      July 04, 2023 at 1:07 pm

      the addition of cayenne pepper give this an extra kick it is delicious.5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        July 05, 2023 at 12:38 pm

        It really does! Thanks for your review!

        Reply
    12. RiaSunflower says

      March 24, 2023 at 11:55 am

      Utterly delicious! I added extra garlic and chopped olives sautéed in cold pressed grapeseed oil, (ran out of olive) lemon juice and lemon zest as a topping. Great, fast, easy and superior recipe.

      Thank you.5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        July 14, 2023 at 10:10 am

        That’s amazing! Thank you so much for your great review!

        Reply
    13. Cindy says

      September 11, 2021 at 4:13 pm

      Could I make this without olive oil? Maybe just increase the tahini by a tablespoon? Thanks! Love all your recipes – especially the No-Fail Whole Wheat bread. Yum!5 stars

      Reply
      • Alison Andrews says

        September 13, 2021 at 11:52 am

        Hi Cindy, yes you definitely can! Add in a little more cold water instead of the oil and it will work great. 🙂

        Reply
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