Name: Easy Hummus Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 x 400g can chickpeas, undrained; 1 tbsp tahini paste; 1 fat garlic clove, chopped; 3 tbsp 0% fat Greek yogurt; Good squeeze of lemon juice

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Introduction

This easy hummus recipe is smooth, creamy, and packed with flavor, perfect for a quick snack or a versatile dip. Using simple ingredients you likely have on hand, it comes together in minutes with a blender or food processor.

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Ingredients

1 x 400g can chickpeas, don’t drain
1 tbsp tahini paste
1 fat garlic clove, chopped
3 tbsp 0% fat Greek yogurt
Good squeeze lemon juice

Instructions

Step 1: Drain the chickpeas into a sieve set over a bowl or jug to catch the liquid.
Step 2: Tip the chickpeas, tahini, garlic, and yogurt into a food processor or blender and whizz until smooth.
Step 3: Gradually whizz in a tablespoon of the reserved chickpea liquid at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
Step 4: Scrape the hummus into a bowl, stir in a good squeeze of lemon juice, and season to taste.

Tips & Variations

For extra creaminess, add a little olive oil while blending.
Adjust the garlic amount depending on your preference for a milder or stronger flavor.
Try adding spices like cumin or smoked paprika for a flavor twist.
Substitute Greek yogurt with vegan yogurt for a dairy-free option.

Storage

Store the hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir well before serving and add a little water or olive oil if it thickens. It’s best enjoyed chilled or at room temperature.

How to Serve

A small white bowl filled with a thick, pale beige creamy spread, placed on a light wood surface. Next to the bowl, there are two round wheat crackers, one of which has a bite taken out of it. In the background, there is a metallic lunchbox partially visible with some green celery sticks and a yellow apple inside. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use dried chickpeas instead of canned?

Yes, but you’ll need to soak and cook dried chickpeas until tender before using. This will take longer but results in a fresher taste.

How can I make this hummus thicker or thinner?

To thin the hummus, add more of the reserved chickpea liquid or a little water. To thicken, reduce the amount of liquid you add or chill the hummus to firm it up.