Classic
A classic chickpea hummus with tahini, lemon, garlic and olive oil.
Tahini contains sesame. Use certified gluten-free ingredients if needed, and always check labels for severe allergies.
Lebanon · Levantine / Middle Eastern
Hummus
A creamy chickpea and tahini hummus with lemon, garlic and olive oil, built as a naturally plant-based classic recipe with clear sesame guidance.
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Ingredients
- 240 g cooked chickpeas Drain and rinse before blending.
- 40 g tahini Tahini is made from sesame.
- 30 ml lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove
- 30 ml olive oil
- 40 ml cold water Add gradually until the hummus is creamy.
- 3 g fine salt
- 2 g ground cumin, optional
- 1 pinch paprika or parsley for serving, optional
Cooking method
Preparation
- Drain the chickpeas
Drain and rinse the cooked chickpeas well. Rub off loose skins if you want an extra smooth texture.
- Blend the base
Add the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt and cumin to a food processor or blender.
- Loosen with cold water
Blend while adding the cold water gradually until the hummus turns smooth and creamy.
- Adjust the seasoning
Taste and add more lemon juice or salt if needed.
- Serve
Spoon into a bowl and finish with olive oil and paprika or parsley.