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This creamy homemade hummus appetizer is so much better than store-bought hummus! It’s flavorful, super creamy, and a perfect pairing with pita chips or crudité! This can be served year-round at your next dinner party.
This recipe is a great addition to my Greek Mezze Platter or Holiday Crudité Platter.
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This homemade hummus is my go-to for entertaining – it’s always a hit! Friends and family constantly call it “the best hummus ever.” It’s creamy, smooth, and packed with fresh lemon, ginger, and cumin flavors.
Why I love it:
- So much better than store-bought – fresher, brighter, and you can tweak it to your taste.
- Quick and easy to make with just a few simple ingredients.
- Perfect for dipping pita bread, snap peas, sliced cucumbers, and more.
- Doubles as a delicious spread for hummus crostini or mini crudité boats.
Whenever I bring it to a party or gathering, it disappears fast!
Homemade Hummus Ingredient Notes
Chickpeas: Also known as garbanzo beans. The base of the hummus adds protein and a creamy texture.
Tahini: Made from sesame seeds, this adds a rich, nutty flavor to the hummus.
Olive oil: Adds a smooth and silky texture to the hummus while adding healthy fats.
Lemon juice: Gives the hummus a bright and tangy flavor.
Lemon zest: Adds an extra punch of lemon flavor and aroma.
Ginger: Adds a subtle spicy kick to balance the other hummus flavors.
Cumin: Another spice that adds depth and warmth to the hummus.
Garlic clove: Adds a savory and slightly pungent flavor to the hummus.
Recipe Tips
A high-powered blender like a Vitamix is the best way to achieve a creamy hummus texture. I have tried this in a food processor, and it doesn’t produce a creamy texture.
The tamper will also be your best friend while making this recipe! Use it to move the thick hummus around in the blender. Blend for about 10 minutes, taking breaks if your blender needs them.
Adjust the amount of lemon juice and chickpea liquid to get your desired texture.
Recipe Variations
- Roasted Red Pepper Hummus: Add roasted red peppers to your blender or food processor and blend with the other ingredients. This will give your hummus a lovely reddish-orange color and a slightly sweet and smoky flavor.
- Jalapeño Hummus: Add half a jalapeno, remove the seeds, and blend it up for some spice!
- Feta Hummus: Add crumbled feta cheese to the blended hummus for a delicious twist on the classic recipe. The tanginess of the feta pairs perfectly with the creamy spinach.
- Avocado Cilantro Hummus: For a fresh and vibrant hummus, blend in avocado, cilantro, and lime juice along with the other ingredients. This variation is perfect for summer gatherings or as a topping for tacos.
How to Store
To store homemade hummus, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days. It’s important to cover it as it does develop a crust when sitting. Before serving, stir it well and add a drizzle of olive oil if needed to restore its creamy texture.
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Homemade Hummus Appetizer Recipe
Ingredients
- 30 ounces chickpeas , two 15 ounce cans
- 1 cup tahini
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 8 tbsp lemon juice, fresh
- 2 tbsp grated lemon zest
- 2 tbsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 large garlic clove
- 2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the two cans of chickpeas, reserving the liquid for later use.
- In a high-powered blender or food processor, combine the chickpeas, reserved liquid, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, ginger, cumin, garlic clove, salt.
- Blend starting on low and slowly moving to high speed for about 10 minutes until smooth and creamy, adding more liquid if needed to achieve desired consistency.
- Serve with any fresh sliced vegetables you love!
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I can attest that using a Vitamix definitely is the way to get perfect creamy hummus! I love how simple this hummus recipe is too. Serving it in small cups with the veggies like you have in the photos is beautiful and makes it such a practical appetizer for entertaining or events.