Homemade Hummus

Prep time: 10 mins

Total time: 10 mins

Servings: 8

INGREDIENTS

 
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans*, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons tahini
1 clove garlic
1 teaspoon lemon zest and 2 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
2 tablespoons Pompeian Gourmet Selection Extra Virgin Olive Oil, plus extra for serving
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

PREPARATION

  1. Add all ingredients to a food processor and pulse until just combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula, then puree until smooth.
  2. If you have time and are after an ultra-smooth hummus, take a cue America’s Test Kitchen and Yotam Ottolonghi and toss rinsed and drained canned chickpeas with 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda. Heat them in the microwave or a skillet over medium for 2 to 3 minutes then rinse. Cover the beans with cold water, then agitate the beans with your hands to remove the skins. Discard skins and add beans to food processor.

Made With

recipe gourmet