Ron’s Classic Hummus

Makes 1½ cups (360g)
Ron, Karen’s husband, who follows a gluten free, dairy free diet eats hummus every day. He makes it 3-4 times a week and we feel he has mastered the ultimate recipe for classic hummus. Ron adds it to green salads as a creamy dressing with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or as a delicious condiment with chicken or meat dishes.
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Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 ounces (425g)) chickpeas, drained and rinsed - reserve ½ cup (120ml)  liquid
  • ½ cup (130g) tahini
  • ¼ cup (60ml) olive oil
  • 2 lemons, juiced & zested
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) cumin, ground
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon (1.25ml) chili pepper

GARNISH

  • sprigs of fresh Italian parsley
  • cumin

Method

Place chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, sea salt, pepper, and chili pepper into the bowl of a food processor or blender. Process on high speed until the mixture is thick and creamy. Scrape down the sides and continue to blend.  

If the hummus is too thick, add additional chickpea liquid a little at a time and blend until smooth and creamy.  

Add hummus to a bowl. Using the back of a spoon spread the hummus in a circular motion and drizzle with olive oil.  

Garnish with sprigs of fresh parsley and sprinkle with cumin. Serve with fresh vegetables, pita or favorite crackers/chips.

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