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Master Hummus: 5 Key Recipes

Master the art of hummus with these 5 key recipes, offering a variety of flavors and textures to suit any palate.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Basic Hummus
  • 15 ounces canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2-4 tablespoons cold water
  • salt to taste
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
  • 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, drained
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Basic Hummus (from above recipe)
Spinach and Artichoke Hummus
  • 1/2 cup frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1/2 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Basic Hummus (from above recipe)
Spicy Sriracha Hummus
  • 1-2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Basic Hummus (from above recipe)
Lemon Herb Hummus
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Basic Hummus (from above recipe)

Equipment

  • food processor

Method
 

Basic Hummus
  1. Combine chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt in a food processor.
  2. Process until smooth, adding cold water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
  1. Add roasted red peppers and smoked paprika to the basic hummus recipe.
  2. Blend until thoroughly combined and smooth.
Spinach and Artichoke Hummus
  1. Add spinach, artichoke hearts, and garlic powder to the basic hummus recipe.
  2. Process until smooth, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
Spicy Sriracha Hummus
  1. Stir Sriracha sauce and red pepper flakes into the basic hummus recipe.
  2. Mix well to distribute the spicy flavor evenly.
Lemon Herb Hummus
  1. Fold in fresh dill, parsley, and lemon zest to the basic hummus recipe.
  2. Stir gently to combine, preserving the freshness of the herbs.

Notes

For extra smooth hummus, remove the skins from the chickpeas before blending. Adjust seasonings to your preference in each variation.